MCWP 4-6
MAGTF Supply Operations
U.S. Marine Corps
PCN 143 000001 00
MCWP 4-6 MAGTF SUPPLY OPERATIONS
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
Headquarters United States Marine Corps
Washington, DC 20380-1775
29 February 1996
FOREWORD
1. PURPOSE
Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 4-6, MAGTF Supply Operations,
provides guidance governing the principles and concepts of supply and the organization, planning, and execution of supply support for a MAGTF in an expeditionary
environment (afloat/ashore). This publication also provides essential information
concerning supply sources and options available internally and externally to sustain
the MAGTF during predeployment and deployment.
2. SCOPE
This publication is intended primarily for MAGTF commanders and their staffs to
expand their knowledge and understanding of the supply process during a peacetime
environment and the supply mission area in an expeditionary environment. It concentrates on the ground and aviation supply functions and operations necessary to sustain MAGTF operations.
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COMMANDING GENERAL
DOCTRINE DIVISION (C 42)
MARINE CORPS COMBAT DEVELOPMENT COMMAND
3300 RUSSELL ROAD SUITE 318A
QUANTICO, VIRGINIA 22134-5021
5. CERTIFICATION
Reviewed and approved this date.
BY DIRECTION OF THE COMMANDANT OF THE MARINE CORPS
PAUL K. VAN RIPER
Lieutenant General, U.S. Marine Corps
Commanding General
Marine Corps Combat Development Command
Quantico, Virginia
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MAGTF Supply Operations
Table of Contents
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Chapter 1. Introduction
1001
1002
1003
1004
MAGTF Overview
Supply Relationship to Combat Service Support
Combat Service Support
Supply
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Chapter 2. Marine Corps Supply Programs
2001
2002
2003
War Reserves
Operational Readiness Float
Repairable Issue Point
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Chapter 3. Marine Corps Supply System
Section I. Marine Corps Supply System Management Elements
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Headquarters Marine Corps
3102
The In-Stores Element
3103
The Out-of-Stores Element
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Section II. MCSS Within FMFs and Bases
Chapter 4. Sources of Supply
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4002
4003
Interservice Support
NATO/Host Nation Support
Maritime Prepositioning Force
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Chapter 5. Organization of the CSSE for Supply Operations
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5003
Types of MAGTF CSSEs
Combat Service Support
Supply Battalion, FSSG
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Chapter 6. Supply Support for Amphibious Operations
6001.
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6003
Landing Force Supplies
Resupply
Ground Supply Operations For Amphibious Operations
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Chapter 7. Supply Support Ashore
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7002
7003
7004
7005
7006
Control of Supply Support
Distribution
Replenishment Systems
Supply Operations Ashore
Train Concept
Medical-Peculiar Supply Support
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Chapter 8. MAGTF Aviation Combat Element
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8002
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8004
8005
ACE Organization
ACE Logistic Sources
ACE Supply Support Organizations
Logistic Support Programs for the ACE
ACE Supply Support for Expeditionary Operations
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Chapter 9. Planning for Supply Operations
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9005
Supported Unit Responsibilities
Supporting Unit Responsibilities
CSS Planning References
Requirements by Classification
Security
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Chapter 10. MAGTF II/LOGAIS
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MAGTF War Planning System II10-2
MAGTF Deployment Support System II
Computer-Aided Embarkation Management System
Computer Assisted Load Manifest
Transportation Coordinators' Automated Information
for Movements System
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MAGTF Data Library
Asset Tracking for Logistics and Supply System
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Appendix A. Planning Data
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Appendix B. Integrated Material Managers
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Appendix C. Glossary
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Appendix D. References
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Chapter 1
INTRODUCTION
One of the primary logistic concerns of a MAGTF commander is to have the requisite supplies, equipment, and repair parts on hand to sustain the mission. If this is not possible, the
concern of the MAGTF commander then becomes the timely acquisition of the required
items. This manual is structured to provide the MAGTF commander with supply support options that sustain a MAGTF operation.
1001. MAGTF Overview
The Marine air-ground task force (MAGTF) is a taskorganized unit consisting of elements from the Marine division, Marine aircraft wing, and the Marine force service
support group formed into an air-ground-logistics team under one commander. In a MAGTF operation, each
MAGTF is task organized according to the mission as a
self-contained unit that has the necessary logistic support to
sustain itself for varying periods of time. The mission of
an operation determines the size of the MAGTF and the
amount of time that the MAGTF will be deployed. Prior
to deployment, a MAGTF has a basic load of supplies.
Based on the recommendations from the CSSE commander and the MAGTF staff, the MAGTF commander
makes decisions on supplies required beyond its basic
load. Throughout the operation, the MAGTF commander
will find it necessary toadjust his supplies.
The degree of supply support will vary with the size of the
MAGTF. The different types of MAGTFs that require
supply support are a MEU, MEF forward, and a MEF. A
Marine expeditionary unit (MEU) normally deploys with
the logistic capability to sustain itself with some classes of
supply for up to 15 days, a brigade-sized MAGTF (MEF
forward) for up to 30 days, and a Marine expeditionary
force (MEF) for up to 60 days. The combat service support element (CSSE) commander in each MAGTF provides combat service support to include supply support to
the MAGTF commander. When a MAGTF participates in
protracted land operations involving joint forces, a wellestablished logistic pipeline for sustainment will eventually
be required. The joint force commander (JFC) will normally be responsible for coordinating this logistic support.
MAGTF combat service support elements must be prepared to function with or integrate into the joint force logistic support pipeline.
1002. Supply Relationship to
Combat Service Support
Combat service support (CSS) is logistics for the tactical
level of war. The objective of combat service support is to
sustain all elements of an operating force (MAGTF) in an
area of operations. Supply is one of the six functional areas
of combat service support. See figure 1-1. The overall effectiveness of combat service support is de- pendent on a
sound supply system. Although all CSS functions are important, supply support has the greatest potential impact on
the MAGTF commander’s ability to integrate essential
elements of firepower, mobility, and
SUPPLY
MAINTENANCE
TRANSPORTATION
GENERAL ENGINEERING
HEALTH SERVICES
SERVICES
Figure 1-1. CSS Functional Areas.
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sustainability. More failures in the other CSS functional
areas occur due to failure of the related supply system than
any other single cause.
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RESPONSIVENESS
Responsiveness is providing the right support at the right
1003. Combat Service Support
time and in the right place. Among the principles of combat
service support, the principle of responsiveness is considered the most important. For the supply process to be re-
A primary concern of the MAGTF commander is to have
flexible and responsive combat service support that will
support a variety of operations. Commanders who have
responsibility for structuring and organizing CSS elements
and organizing CSS operations use the seven principles of
logistics to provide this flexibility. Like the principles of
war, the CSS principles are guides for planning, organization, management, and execution. Identifying the principles which have priority in a specific situation is essential
to establishing effective logistic support. See figure 1-2.
sponsive and flexible, it will take close coordination of
supply and trans- portation.
SIMPLICITY
CSS operations should be conceptually, structurally, and
procedurally simple. Simplicity is achieved through use of
mission-type orders and reliance on well-understood, standardized procedures. The same can be said for supply operations. However, there needs to be an awareness of
keeping supplies moving.
FLEXIBILITY
1004. Supply
The CSSE commander’s primary concern is providing the
MAGTF commander with initial supplies when deployed
and resupply when supply requirements change. Supplies
are defined as all material and items used in the equipment, support, and maintenance of military forces. Supply
consists of the procurement, distribution, maintenance
while in storage, and salvage of supplies, including the determination of kind and quantity of supplies. Supply consists of two phases — the producer phase and the
consumer phase. The producer phase extends from determination of procurement schedules to acceptance of finished supplies by the military Services. The consumer
phase extends from receipt of finished supplies by the military Services through issue for use or consumption.
Flexibility is the ability to adapt CSS structures and procedures to changing situations, missions, and concepts of operation. The principle of flexibility also includes the
concepts of alternative planning, anticipation, reserve assets, redundancy, and echelons. See Responsiveness.
ECONOMY
Economy is the prudent and austere use of available CSS
assets. Economy is used to provide support with the least
amount of resources available and with only the support
necessary to accomplish the mission. The goal of supply
operations is to provide quantities of supplies that correspond to consumption requirements to ensure economy.
ATTAINABILITY
Attainability is providing minimum essential supplies and
services required to begin combat operations.
SUSTAINABILITY
a. Classes of Supplies. All supply activities in sup-
port of MAGTFs are concerned with the management of
supplies. For planning, management, and administrative
purposes, modern logisticians have divided supplies into
ten categories known as classes of supply. These classes of
supplies are universal to all U.S. military Services. Figure
1-3 illustrates the classes of supplies and their
subclassifications.
Sustainability is the ability to maintain support throughout
the period during which that support is required. To sustain the using units throughout the operation, supply-related
limitations on support must be minimized. It will take aggressive and innovative action to provide sustainability.
SURVIVABILITY
Survivability is the inherent capacity of the organization to
prevail in the face of potential destruction. Without supplies, there may be no battle of tomorrow.
b. Subfunctions of Supply. Supply requires the
longest forward planning and the most detailed planning
data system to sustain the MAGTF’s throughput requirements. Supply also has more tasks, concepts, terms, and
Figure 1-2. Principles of Logistics as They
Relate to Supply.
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CLASS OF SUPPLY
SUBCLASSIFICATIONS
Class I. Subsistence. This category is strictly defined to
include the basic requirements to sustain life and health
on a temporary basis.
A
C
R
S
- air (in flight rations)
- combat rations
- refrigerated subsistence
- nonrefrigerated subsistence
Class II. Clothing and Individual Equipment. Aside from
uniforms and combat equipment, this class also includes
tentage, tool sets and tool kits, administrative/cleaning
equipment and supplies.
B
E
F
M
T
- ground support material
- general supplies
- clothing and textiles
- weapons
- industrial supplies including cable, chain,
bolts, etc.
Class III. Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants (POL). All basic A - air
oils are included here to include preservatives, liquid and W - ground
compressed gases, chemical products, coolants, deicing,
and antifreeze compounds.
Class IV. Construction Materials. This includes all
construction items, installed equipment, and fortification
and barrier materials such as: wood, wire, sandbags.
NONE
Class V. Ammunition. Includes all types of ammunition
(chemical, biological, radiological, and special weapons)
along with fuzes, detonators, pyrotechnics, and
associated items.
A - air
W - ground
Class VI. Personal Demand Items. This includes various
nonmilitary health, comfort, and recreational items that
are sold to personnel through the Marine Corps
exchange system.
NONE
A - air
Class VII. Major End Items. This category includes all
items that are end products and are considered principal B - ground support material
items (e.g., tanks, vehicles, mobile machine shops, etc.). D - administrative vehicles
G - electronics
K - tactical vehicles
L - missiles
M - weapons
N - special weapons
Class VIII. Medical/Dental Supplies. This category includes allNONE
medicines, drugs, major and minor pieces of equipment.
Class IX. Repair Parts. This includes repair parts for all
nonconsumable end items. The only exceptions are class
VIII supplies that have both end items and repair parts
listed together.
A - air
B - ground support material
D - administrative vehicles
G - electronics
K - tactical vehicles
L - missiles
M - weapons
N - special weapons
T - industrial supplies
Class X. Non-military Programs. This includes all material NONE
used to support non-military/civic action programs such
as agricultural and economic development. This category
also includes all items which were not included in
classes
Figure 1-3. Classes of Supplies.
documents than other CSS functional areas. Every unit and
individual has some involvement in a functional area of
supply. The six subfunctions of supply are determination
of requirements, procurement, storage, distribution, salvage, and disposal.
(1) Determination of Requirements. In logistic/CSS
terms, supply requirements are the needs for those
commodities essential to begin and sustain combat operations. The three types of supply requirements are routine,
preplanned, and long-range.
(a) Routine Requirements. Routine requirements sup-
port normal daily operations. The CSSE supports routine requirements with available sources or through
redistribution of assets within the MAGTF.
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(b) Preplanned Requirements. Preplanned require-
ments pertain to support for special missions or operations. Since there is not enough time to obtain new
resources during these types of operations, the CSSE
supports these requirements with available resources or
through redistribution of assets within the MAGTF.
(c) Long-Range Requirements. Long-range require-
ments involve unusual or high-cost items. If this type of
support is not correctly determined and programmed in
a timely manner, resources may not be available.
(2) Procurement. In the consumer phase, procurement
relates to those supplies and items of equipment which
the commander determines he needs to begin and sustain
operations. The Marine Corps, like the other Services,
will be given special funds for the purchase of Class VII
(major end items) or be given the items themselves as an
initial issue. From this point on, the acquisition of repair
parts and maintenance supplies required for these items
will be the responsibility of the Marine Corps. Most secondary items are purchased through stock funds (operating budget funds). Supply will procure these items
through the General Services Administration (GSA), Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), or from civilian manufacturers and contractors for the Marine Corps. These
items are then stored in warehouses for eventual purchase
by using units.
(3) Storage. Storage is the safekeeping of supplies and
equipment in a ready-for-issue condition. The storage
function includes the process of receipting for supplies
and equipment from a source and the responsibility for
maintaining accurate inventory controls. Storage of class
I, II, IV, VII, IX, and X items can usually be provided
by the using unit. Packaged food supplies, clothing, construction materials, major end items and repair parts basically require simple shelter and security. However,
perishable food supplies do require refrigeration. Most
medical supplies stored at the force service support
group’s (FSSG’s) medical logistics (MEDLOG)
have special considerations such as shelf life and/or refrigeration requirements. Class III (POL) and class V
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(ammunition) supplies generally have some special or
unique storage requirements because of their potential to
be hazardous.
(4)
Distribution . For the MAGTF, distribution is the is-
sue of supplies and equipment to using units or to intermediate supply points for future issue. The distribution
process has two steps. The first step is to requi- sition. A
requisition identifies the user’s needs and the priority of
the requirement. The second step is to issue items. The
supply activity issues supplies and equipment based on
the commander’s priorities and availability of the item.
(5) Salvage. The salvage process encompasses the re-
covery, evacuation, receipt processing, storage, reclamation, and reissue of material, to include captured
material. Salvage is property that has some value beyond
that of its basic material content, is not economically repairable, and can no longer be used for its intended purpose. Salvage collection points (SCPs) are established
points which receive salvage items, usually from the disposal collection points, for reissue. SCPs are managed by
detachments of the CSSE.
(6) Disposal. Disposal is the process of eliminating excess, obsolete, or unserviceable property. Disposal may
include transfer, donation, sale, or abandonment. It does
not include redistribution or reissue. Consumable supplies are disposed of by the local using unit. When a unit
is deployed, controlled, serialized, and major end items
must be sent to SCPs for disposal. In an exercise or contingency environment, vehicles used to bring in supplies
can be used to send disposal items to the rear. Many
times items such as clothing and canvas can be reclaimed
by laundering and renovation. More durable items have
scrap metal value, and certain items may contain radioactive and/or other controlled substances which must be
forwarded through salvage channels to a property disposal unit.
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Chapter 2
MARINE CORPS SUPPLY PROGRAMS
Current U.S. military strategy is directed towards a smaller, more flexible force capable of
responding to a broad spectrum of regional contingencies, particularly in the third world littoral areas of the globe. U.S. forces stationed overseas will be reduced and the forward presence and response of the MAGTF will be enhanced. This “operational maneuver from the
sea” (OMFTS) concept means that our war reserve materiel program must be able to support
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Sustained operations ashore by the MAGTF.
The conditions for the introduction of other forces.
A successful continental operation, if required.
2001. War Reserves
a. War Reserve Materiel Requirement
(WRMR). The WRMR represents the total requirement
of War Reserve Materiel (WRM) to sustain forces in
combat based on the requirements of the individual MEF
units committed to distinct major regional contingencies.
For these specific MAGTFs, the sustainment requirements
for on hand supplies could vary by as much as 60 days per
MEF. This requirement is based on Class VII principal
end items (PEIs), mission-essential Class IV construction
and fortification material, Class V ammunition, and
OPLAN specific guidance received from the supported
commander in chief (CINC).
b. The Marine Corps War Reserve Program.
War reserves today not only represent sustainment stocks
(supplies needed to support a particular operation), but the
entire comprehensive sum of materiel needed to train,
equip, and sustain our forces in their daily operations.
WRM stocks consist of the peacetime operating stocks
(POS), training stocks (TRNG), core war reserves
(CWR), and the contingency retention war reserves
(CRWR). This breakdown is illustrated in figure 2-1.
(1) Peacetime Operating Stocks (POS). POS are every-
day Marine Corps operating supplies. The major/PEIs
and secondary items of POS are allocated to the various
tables of equipment (T/Es) (FMF and supporting establishment). T/Es represent the table of authorized material
(TAM). The TAM consists of three types: I - Required
Items; II - Local Allowances; and III - Environmental
Items. Type I are required items such as 782 gear and
weapons. Type II are local allowances authorized by
commanders such as encampment and garrison equipment allowances to be on hand for unit/commands to
support their assigned missions. Selected units are also
authorized TAM Type III environmental items such as
cold weather, desert, and tropical equipment. A more
complete discussion on various T/E allowances and their
maintenance can be found in MCO 4400.150 (Consumer
Level Supply Policy Manual) and MCO 4400.172 (T/E
Allowance Change Procedures).
(2) Training Stocks. Training stocks are those secondary
consumable items (normally classes I, II, V [W], and IX)
that are procured to support the programmed annual
training requirements of the Marine Corps. Upon crisis
or mobilization, the training stocks will be
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Figure 2-1. Marine Corps WRM.
used to support the increased training levels of active/ reserve units prior to their deployment.
stocks prepositioned ashore or afloat for meeting war reserve requirements of more than one contingency in
more than one theater of operations.
(3) Core War Reserves (CWR). CWR makes up both
the accompanying supplies and the resupply for
MAGTFs. Thus, CWR provides the fundamental sustainment capability to the MAGTF. This category of supplies may be held in stores, aboard maritime
prepositioned ships (MPS), or with integrated materiel
management (IMM) activities. For purposes of control,
CWR is further divided into the categories of starter and
swing stocks. Starter stocks are war reserve materiel
stocks prepositioned in or near a theater of operations to
last until resupply at wartime rates is established. These
supplies are normally held by the forces aboard prepositioned ships. Swing stocks are war reserve materiel
(4)
Contingency Retention War Reserves (CRWR).
CRWR are supplies and equipment already in the military inventory that exceed the core war reserve materiel
requirement. They represent a stock retention objective
only and typically contain items not currently being
manufactured or ones that would be procured from a
dedicated foreign source. CRWR are used for force reconstitution, expansion, or war reserve support to allies.
(a) Reconstitution. As stockage objectives are met
in CWR, assets may become excess. Before these
stocks are disposed of, a determination will be made
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if they are viable for storage in support of the
planned reconstitution force. The Marine Corps may
focus more on reconstituting individual units, vice a
whole force, which would augment or reinforce the
capabilities of existing MAGTFs.
bases hold ORF equipment. ORF assets held by the FSSG
belong to the force commander who approves withdrawal
and use of these assets based on operational needs of units.
For further information regarding the ORF program, refer
to MCO P4400.150.
(b) Norway Airlanded MEB Stocks (NALMEB). Pre-
2003. Repairable Issue Point
vious agreements between the United States and
Norway, have established prepositioned stocks
(NALMEB) which are part of the CRWR. These
stocks are used for regional contingencies and are
maintained at the same level as maritime prepositioning force (MPF) assets in the CWR, to include necessary modernization.
(c) War
Reserve
Stocks
for
Allies (WRS-A).
WRS-A is a DOD program that the Marine Corps
supports for specific Allied countries using USMCowned stocks. Its primary focus is to provide for an
initial sustainment capability for the Allied country
where the stocks are stored. These stocks can be, but
are not normally, used for MAGTF support.
2002. Operational Readiness Float
The operational readiness float (ORF) contains PEIs of
equipment maintained to ensure continuous readiness of
the FMF. ORF assets are managed separately from
WRMR but may be applied against WRMR deficiencies
during routine operational deployments and in response to
contingency commitments of deployed units. The ORF allowances are CMC-directed and based on formal T/E densities and on replacement, maintenance, and historical
factors. The maintenance battalions of FSSGs and logistic
The repairable issue point (RIP) is the focal point for management of repairable items. Its operation is described as a
pool of repairable components located in an area to ensure
immediate availability for consumers. It is operated on a
direct exchange (unserviceable item exchanged for a serviceable item) basis. The RIP serves as the intermediary between consumer and supporting repair facilities. These
organizations are approved by HQMC and given their
own activity address code. Figure 2-2 shows the structural
relationship of the RIP within the Marine Corps. There are
two classifications of RIPs — main RIPs and using unit issue points.
(1) Main RIPs. The main RIPs are operated to support
multiple major commands and categorized as intermediate level supply accounts. Main RIPs are authorized and
established by HQMC to support particular units and
maintenance activities.
(2) Using Unit Issue Points. The using unit issue points
are operated to support a single unit and categorized as
consumer-level supply accounts. They are established, as
required, and are responsible to the main RIP. Figure 2-3
shows the relationship between the main RIP and using
unit issue points.
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Figure 2-2. RIPs Within the Marine Corps.
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Figure 2-3. Main RIP and Using Unit Issue Point.
Chapter 3
MARINE CORPS SUPPLY SYSTEM
The Marine Corps supply system (MCSS) provides the MAGTF commander with the necessary materiel for conducting combined arms operations. As a result, supply management and
readiness must be emphasized at all levels of command to ensure an effective, responsive, and
flexible supply program. The MCSS is often considered the “cornerstone” for all support activity. An example of the broad base of supply support is the sophistication of combatessential equipment. This sophistication has increased the emphasis on equipment readiness to
support mission functions. As a result, the supply system has become a vital link in a commander’s maintenance program.
Section I. Marine Corps Supply System Management Elements
The mission of the MCSS is to provide and manage those items necessary for the equipment,
maintenance, and operation of the FMF and supporting establishments. When MAGTFs are
deployed, the MCSS makes every attempt to forecast requirements so that necessary on-hand
stocks are maintained. The availability of these stocks is often reduced due to shipping constraints, extended distances from resupply points, and a lengthened administrative time to
process supply requisitions. Depending on situations and conditions, the requisition process
may be prolonged if the actual source of supply changes. Whether the supply system is working to provide repair parts or initial issues of new equipment, reconciliation of the supply
system is necessary. Special emphasis should be placed on supply requisitions that have adverse impacts on the mission. The customer should never assume his requisitions’ status is being monitored.
The MCSS consists of three essential managerial levels — Headquarters Marine Corps
(HQMC), the in-stores, and the out-of-stores functional elements. The systems extend from
HQMC down to the user. Concepts, policies, and guidance emanate from HQMC; distribution is performed by the in-stores system; and the ultimate user is the out-of-stores element.
3101. Headquarters Marine Corps
a. The Commandant of the Marine Corps
(CMC). The CMC is directly responsible for the total
performance of the supply system, including requirements,
efficiency, readiness, and operation. Assisting the CMC
with these responsibilities is the function of the Headquarters staff.
b. The Deputy Chief of Staff Installations and
Logistics (DCS I&L). The DCS I&L is the principal
staff advisor to the CMC in supply matters and is responsible for management of the supply system. The DCS I&L
is also the principal logistician on the general staff of the
CMC. He is responsible for logistics and CSS policies,
materiel program objectives, and programs relating to
materiel readiness. He plans and establishes requirements
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for research and development efforts in the area of logistics
and combat service support and is responsible for the
ground materiel equipment required for support of
operations.
3102. The In-Stores Element
The in-stores element includes those assets and management functions pertaining to financial and/or centralized
item accountability and control. The in-stores element also
serves as an initial distribution point of finished supplies
for users. The in-stores element is managed under the Marine Corps Unified Materiel Management System
(MUMMS).
a. MUMMS. This system consolidates management
functions normally associated with the MCSS into a single
integrated system. It uses advanced management technology and automatic data processing and incorporates all
standardized requirements of the Department of Defense
(DOD). The system is compatible with interfacing systems
of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), General Services
Administration (GSA), and other military Services through
the use of standardized formats. MUMMS operational
policy emanates from HQMC under the auspices of DCS
I&L. MUMMS organizational support consists of the
DSSC activities and a single ICP located at one of the two
Marine Corps logistics bases (MCLBs).
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Marine Corps stock fund, plus the majority of appropriation stores’ account items (excluding ground
ammunition).
b. Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB). There
are two logistic storage activities in the Marine Corps
stores distribution system — MCLB Albany, Georgia, and
MCLB Barstow, California. These activities are geographically located nearby the FMF units they serve and
are able to support deployed units from either coast of the
United States. Each storage activity is a part of the base in
which it is located. The base commander exercises all aspects of command over the storage activities, except in the
area of technical direction for the entire system, which is
under the cognizance of the Commanding General,
MCLB, Albany.
(1) Responsibilities. MCLB Albany, Georgia and
MCLB Barstow, California oversee the supply functions for the Marine Corps. They are also responsible
to DCS, I&L for —
Implementing war reserve policies/procedures.
Directing the FMF in the computation and validation
of war reserve requirements in the stores system.
Managing the storage, maintenance, care in-stores,
and physical distribution of all war reserve stock.
(1) Direct Support Stock Control (DSSC) Activities.
Marine Corps installations operate DSSC outlets. These
outlets are operated as a direct support function for the
in-stores supply system of host and tenant units alike.
The accounts maintained through these outlets are selfservice centers, retail clothing outlets, subsistence accounts, ammunition accounts, and petro- leum/oils and
lubricant accounts. The stocks of these outlets belong
to, and are under technical control of MCLB, Albany,
and the DSSC subsystem in the MUMMS.
Monitoring the automatic data processing (ADP)
system and requisitioning supplies.
Inventory Control Point (ICP). MCLB Albany,
Georgia serves as the Marine Corps’ ICP, the central
supply processing point, and the technical direction
agency for the operation of MUMMS. As such, this logistics base controls the actions required in the acquisition, availability, and the disposal of materiel assets in
the supply system. The Commanding General, MCLB,
Albany, is responsible for the inventory control of all
centrally managed and centrally procured items (other
than subsistence and commissary items) under the
Management control for the DOD CWR supplies for
which the Marine Corps is the responsible integrated
materiel manager.
(2)
Monitoring the operational requirements requested
by the MEFs against in-stock assets and Marine
Corps stocks held by the IMM activity.
Maintaining/monitoring Class VII major end items
and their fifth echelon (depot level) repairs.
Coordinating with the DLA all transportation requirements for movement of in-stores WRM to designated ports of embarkation (POEs)/stations of
initial assignment (SIA), as appropriate.
(2) Functions. The general functions conducted at
these storage activities are warehousing, materiel
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management customer service, physical distribution
control, and complete management of locally controlled
items. The remote storage activities function primarily
in direct support of the FMFs by providing depot level
repair and rebuild, and by serving as the principal storage sites for prepositioned mobilization stocks of both
major and secondary items. In addition, they stock and
issue items for which the Marine Corps is the integrated
materiel manager. In general, IMM responsibility is assigned to the service or agency which purchases the
most of a certain item (e.g., U.S. Army is the integrated materiel manager for M-1 tanks, USMC is the
integrated materiel manager for LAVs/AAVs). Appendix B lists some of the IMM activities that the Marine
Corps uses.
3103. The Out-of-Stores Element
The third portion of the MCSS is the out-of-stores element. It consists primarily of the assets that have been issued to the user, i.e., units of the FMF (divisions, aircraft
wings, CSS support units) and non-FMF (posts, camps,
stations, and recruiting and reserve districts).
a. Materiel Control. Materiel in the out-of-stores ele-
ment is not centrally managed except for those stocks of
the FMF that are managed by the Supported Activities
Supply System (SASSY). Stockage objectives are based
on actual usage or on mandatory T/E allowances published
for each unit by HQMC. Currently in the FMF, all phases
of supply accounting (ammunition excepted) at the organic
or using unit are performed under the rules of the SASSY.
This system serves to eliminate most of the manual accounting by the use of a centralized, computer management system. However, the Marine Corps is currently
working to replace SASSY with the Asset Tracking for
Logistics and Supply System (ATLASS). See chapter 10
for information on the ATLASS.
b. Intermediate Supply Support. Within each
FMF are intermediate supply support elements called Supported Activities Supply System Management Units
(SMUs). They are mechanized in their accounting function, but they are not mobile as an entity and do not
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usually deploy with major troop units. The SMUs stock
the materiel necessary to support the major units for prescribed level of operations. These intermediate supply
support elements perform their own inventory accounting
through standard computerized procedures controlled by
HQMC. The using units requisition materiel from the
SMU’s general accounts (i.e., the account which controls
the inventory for the geographical region that the SMU
supports), and their demand is either filled, back-ordered,
or procured locally by open purchase contracts, through
interservice support agreements (ISSA), or passed to the
integrated materiel manager. SMUs are the connecting link
between unit level supply accounts, the MCLBs, and the
IMM activities.
c. Materiel Requests. The interrelated actions pro-
duced by a customer’s request for materiel illustrate the
overall operation of the out-of-stores system. Essentially,
the using unit/customer places demands (requisitions) on
the system in two ways — the informal (non-requisition)
demand and the formal demand conforming to the Military
Standard Requisition and Issue Procedure (MILSTRIP).
(1) Informal Demands. These demands are processed
within the DSSCs and through outlets such as the selfservice center or retail clothing store using a charge
card. Informal demands are also placed on the maintenance float system employed by the Marine Corps,
whereby unserviceable but repairable components are
exchanged for serviceable assets.
(2) Formal Demands. These demands generally start as
materiel requests by using units forwarded to the SMU.
The SMUs submit formal requisitions directly to the
appropriate integrated materiel manager via the automatic digital network, if available, or by mail or message. When the integrated materiel manager is the
Marine Corps, the logistics base processes the requisition against the assets of the in-stores system and transmits a materiel release order directing a storage activity
to release the materiel. If the materiel is not in stock,
the requirement is placed on back-order and procured
from a commercial source for direct delivery to the requisitioner. Procurement priority is in accordance with
the urgency of the priority assigned to the requisition.
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Section II. MCSS Within FMFs and Bases
In addition to HQMC direction and MCLB overview, the MCSS is comprised of warehouses, SMUs, and self-service stores residing in the major bases/within the FSSGs. These
warehouses are the using unit’s first step in obtaining their required supplies. The warehouses’ usual stocks include class I, II, IV, VIII, and IX items. Major end items (class VII)
are ordered by the units directly from the MCLBs. Class V ammunition and POL, because of
their combustible/hazardous nature, are stored at specialized sites on bases. Class VI personal
demand items are those which are sold through base exchanges, ship stores, and tactical field
exchanges (TFE). Most personal demand items are not stocked by the MCSS, but are ordered, stocked, and sold by the morale, welfare, and recreation (MWR) program. During deployment, the MWR/exchange system will support the MAGTF with class VI supplies either
as a gratuitous issue of basic health and comfort or purchasable goods in the exchanges/TFEs.
Chapter 4
SOURCES OF SUPPLY
After anticipated sustainment requirements have been determined for a MAGTF, they are
sourced from available assets within the MEF or within the stores system. Sustainment shortfalls which cannot be sourced from in-Force or in-stores assets are directed toward interservice support, North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), or host nation support (HNS)
resources. The MAGTF should use nonorganic sources to the fullest extent possible in order
to conserve its organic logistic and supply capabilities.
4001. Interservice Support
Interservice support is support provided to the MAGTF by
another Service. This is a primary source of external support for the MAGTF commander. However, the MAGTF
commander cannot expect to receive support from other
Services without first negotiating in peacetime the support
that will be required in time of war. Interservice support is
arranged through memorandums of agreement (MOAs),
memorandums of understanding (MOUs), and interservice
support agreements (ISSAs). MAGTF supply and logistic
planners must be aware of MOAs, MOUs, and ISSAs already in effect and include them in their supply/logistic
planning.
Interservice Support Agreement (ISSA). An
ISSA is a formal, legal, and binding funding document that specifies actions and responsibilities to be
performed by the Service provider and the receiver.
Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). An MOA
is an “action officer precise” document that details
the same actions and responsibilities as an ISSA, but
is not considered a funding document.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). An
MOU is a document which specifies actions and responsibilities to be performed by the provider and
receiver but only in general terms. An MOU should
be backed by an ISSA.
a. Dominant User Concept. A dominant user is
generally the principal peacetime consumer within a geographical area that is designated to plan for, provide, or arrange common logistic support to U.S. forces in peacetime
and times of war. MAGTFs with supply and logistic planning requirements for dominant users should provide clear
and complete common logistic support requirements in advance. The updating and validation of these requirements
occur every two years by the MAGTF.
b. Common-Item Supply Support. Common-item
is defined as any item of materiel which is required for use
by more than one activity. Specified component
commanders are usually assigned common-item supply
support to all U.S. Forces and other U.S. agencies in a region. Generally this support involves classes I, III (packaged), V, and VIII supplies. The MAGTF must establish
direct liaison with the prescribed component/ agency to ensure that required common-item supply support is received. The component/agency will furnish the MAGTF
with implementing plans, programs, and operating instructions to provide common-item support required.
c. U.S. Navy Support. The Chief of Naval Opera-
tions (CNO) provides materiel support to Marine units
for Navy furnished materiel, equipment, and ammunition
through the various systems commands. These commands
formulate and issue policies, determine methods of procurement, and perform contracting functions and production, procurement, and distribution of naval materiel,
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equipment, and ammunition that are under CNO
cognizance.
Aviation and Medical Support. Included
throughout the Marine Corps are supplies provided by the Navy used to provide medical/dental
support and support for Marine Corps aviation.
See chapter 7 for additional information concerning U.S. Navy medical/dental support. Likewise,
information concerning support for Marine aviation is located in chapter 8.
(1)
Naval Construction Force (NCF) Support .
MAGTFs are generally assigned NCF personnel
to support any military construction requirements.
A MEF-sized MAGTF is supported by a naval
construction regiment (NCR). Based on the Navy
policy and agreements between the two Services,
the Marine Corps is responsible for logistic support of an NCF beyond its unilateral accompanying supplies level. The MCSS is primarily
respon- sible for resupply of these units. However, this supply responsibility begins when the
supporting NCF units and their equipment have
been marshalled at the port of embarkation. Further information on NCF support/use can be
found in FMFM 13-4, Naval Construction Force
Support of MAGTF Operations.
(2)
(3) Religious Support. Religious services support
to the Marine Corps is also provided by the
Navy. It is sustained in the same manner as medical/ dental support. For more information, refer
to FMFM 3-61, Ministry in Combat.
d. U.S. Army Support. The theater Army headquar-
ters (TAHQ) manages U. S. Army CSS operations. The
TAHQ will establish priorities, assign missions, and allocate resources per the theater Army’s concept of operations and the supported commander in chief’s (CINC’s)
guidance. The TAHQ uses a materiel management center
(MMC) to manage supply and maintenance. The theater
Army commander will establish one or more theater
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Army area commands (TAACOM) that will be supported
by the theater Army materiel management center
(TAMMC). MAGTF supply and logistic planners will
need to make liaison with the supporting TAACOM(s)
when the Army is responsible for providing any combat
service support to the MAGTF.
4002. NATO/Host Nation Support
NATO and HNS resources should be used to enhance sustainability and support of MAGTFs. However, these resources should not be a total substitution for essential
logistic planning and for combat service support. The
MAGTF supply and logistic planners must have a broad
perspective that encompasses critical interactions with
NATO and HNS agencies. Once again, MAGTFs should
use these resources to the fullest extent so that organic logistic and supply capabilities are conserved for employment purposes. Specific agreements are classified and can
be found in the regional logistic support guide.
4003. Maritime Prepositioning Force
The Maritime Prepositioning Force (MPF) concept reflects
brigade-sized unit deployment/MEF employment utilizing
Military Sealift Command (MSC) chartered ships to
preposition necessary supplies and equipment. Several
MSC chartered ships of various capabilities deploy to form
a single maritime prepositioning ships squadron
(MPSRON). Equipment and supplies administratively embarked in each MPSRON are based on the T/E, individual
materiel readiness lists, and/or the tables of allowances for
units assigned to the MPF’s geographical responsibility.
Each MPSRON is designed to sustain one MEF (Fwd)sized unit for 30 days in most classes of supply. Prior to
employment, the MPF fly-in echelon comprised of personnel and essential air transportable equipment deploy to an
airfield near a port or beach where ships of the MPSRON
can be offloaded. When maritime prepositioned equipment
and supplies (MPE/S) are unloaded, they are issued to the
arriving units and personnel of the MAGTF.
Chapter 5
ORGANIZATION OF THE CSSE
FOR SUPPLY OPERATIONS
The combat service support element (CSSE) is the MAGTF element which is task organized to provide a full range of combat service support to the MAGTF. See figure 5-1. The
supply responsibilities for a CSSE include organic supply support for itself and direct/general
supply support for the MAGTF. CSSEs vary in size from a combat service support detachment (CSSD) to a FSSG. Normally, there is only one CSSE in a MAGTF.
The CSSE/ACE commanders deal with the tactical and operational phases of supply which
impact on the sustainability of the MAGTF. The CSSE commander and the MAGTF staff
work together to make recommendations to the MAGTF commander on the control of supply support, distribution methods of supplies, and the replenishment systems (pull/push systems) in the supply operation. See chapter 7, Supply Support Ashore. They also initiate the
action for supply support based on the MAGTF commander’s decision.
5001. Types of MAGTF CSSEs
The designation, size, and composition of the MAGTF
CSSE is a function of the mission, size, and composition
of the MAGTF it supports. There are five basic types of
CSSEs — force service support group, combat service
support group, Marine expeditionary unit service support
group, combat service support detachment, and landing
force support party.
a. Force Service Support Group (FSSG). The
FSSG is a permanently structured command whose mission is to provide combat service support to the MEF. Although it has eight permanent battalions, task organizations
from those battalions normally support MEF-sized
MAGTF operations over a large geographic area. As the
CSSE of the MEF-sized MAGTF, it supports the MEF
command element to include the surveillance, reconnaissance, and intelligence group (SRIG); a ground combat
element (GCE) comprised of one Marine division; and an
aviation combat element (ACE) comprised of one Marine
aircraft wing (MAW).
b. Combat Service Support Group (CSSG). The
CSSE is task-organized from the permanent organization
of the FSSG. Personnel and equipment are assigned to it
from permanent battalions of the FSSG. This support
group is organized to provide general and direct combat
service support to designated brigade-sized units. If required, the brigade-sized service support group may be
augmented by assets from the division and/or wing.
c. Marine Expeditionary Unit Service Support
Group (MSSG). The MSSG is the task-organized
CSSE of the MEU. Like the MEF (Fwd)-sized support
group, the MSSG draws its personnel and equipment from
the organic battalions of the FSSG. The MSSG will provide combat service support to the MEU. It may also contain assets from the division and/or the wing.
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Figure 5-1. CSSE in the MAGTF.
d. Combat Service Support Detachment
(CSSD). A CSSD is task organized from a combination
of sources. Its primary tasks are to rearm, refuel, and provide limited maintenance repair/supply for the supported
force. CSSDs are created by the CSSE to meet the specific
CSS mission at hand. For example, a CSSD usually supports a regiment, but one may provide direct support to a
battalion conducting independent operations or to an aircraft squadron operating at a remote airfield. CSSDs can
also be designated as mobile CSSDs. Mobile combat service support detachments (MCSSDs) are detachments with
capabilities that mirror those of the CSSD but on a more
reduced scale. These CSS elements are mobilized in order
to be flexible enough to support the maneuvering element.
e. Landing Force Support Party (LFSP). This is a
temporary organization that is normally dissolved when
the CSSE phases ashore. The mission of the LFSP is to
support the landing and movement of troops, equipment,
and supplies across the beaches and into helicopter landing
zones. The nucleus for this task organization is the landing
support battalion, FSSG. The organization and mission of
the landing force dictate the structure of the LFSP. Marine
Corps elements of the LFSP may include
units/detachments from the GCE, the ACE, and the
CSSE. Naval elements may include detachments from the
cargo handling and port group (CHAPGRU) and beach
master unit (BMU).
5002. Combat Service Support
Installations
Operational logistic installations are the source of most
combat service support for the MAGTF. These installations are physical locations either aboard ship or ashore.
Their number, location, and specific capabilities are dictated by the concept of combat service support which, in
turn, is based on the MAGTF mission and concept of operations. The MAGTF’s concept of operations must address the requirement to defend and protect these
installations and facilities. The major types of CSS installations include the force combat service support area, combat service support area, beach support area, landing zone
support area, repair and replenishment point, and the forward arming and refueling point.
a. Force Combat Service Support Area
(FCSSA). At the MEF level, the CSSE establishes a
FCSSA near a beach, seaport, and/or an airfield. From
this location, which might contain the CSSE commander’s
command post, the FCSSA supports other CSS installations and provides greater support capabilities to the
MAGTF than those available at forward installations. All
six functional areas of combat service support, or any
combination thereof, is resident within the FCSSA to include dumps and issue points for rations, fuel, ammunition, and the water. The central supply capability of the
FSSG is normally retained in the FCSSA. CSSE commanders usually hold their recovery assets at the
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FCSSA/CSSA where they can achieve a balance between
economy and responsiveness.
b. Combat Service Support Area (CSSA). The
CSSA is a forward support installation having less than the
full spectrum of CSS capabilities. It provides minimum essential support to the elements of the MAGTF in any one,
all, or any combination of the six functional areas of combat service support. The CSSA composition (dumps, issue
points, etc.) will be determined by the CSSE commander
based on the MAGTF concept of operations. Additionally,
the CSSA will be supported by the FCSSA, when
established.
c. Beach Support Area (BSA). The BSA is nor-
mally one of the first CSS installations established ashore
during an amphibious operation. Established by the LFSP
to facilitate initial throughput requirements, the BSA may
expand to include the full spectrum of CSS functions or be
designated as a CSSA. Also, it may eventually be dissolved or become the FCSSA. In some situations, the
BSA may be the only CSS installation ashore; however, in
other situations, it may be one of several. As with the
CSSA, the BSA composition (dumps, issue points, etc.)
will be determined by the CSSE commander based on the
MAGTF concept of operations.
d. Landing Zone Support Area (LZSA). The
LZSA is a CSS area established to support helicopterborne
operations. It is normally developed from an existing helicopter landing zone (HLZ) which was established by a
helicopter support team (HST). A HLZ is established
when a CSS buildup beyond the helicopterborne unit’s basic load of supplies and ammunition or organic CSS capabilities is required. When a CSS buildup in a HLZ
commences, the control of the HLZ will normally transition from the helicopterborne unit’s HST to a designated
CSS unit and the HLZ is redesignated a LZSA. Although
it can be expanded into a full-fledged CSSA, it is most often a short-term installation with limited capabilities. A
LZSA normally contains dumps only for rations, fuel, ammunition, and water.
e. Repair and Replenishment Point (RRP). A
CSSD normally establishes a RRP to support mechanized
or rapidly moving forces. RRPs may be either a
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preestablished point or a hastily selected point to rearm,
refuel,
or to provide repair services to the supported force. Depending on the mission, a CSSD may establish multiple
RRPs. Although the main body of the CSSD usually follows in trace of the advancing force, RRPs are normally in
forward areas near the supported units’ trains. The CSSD
can also select RRPs further to the rear of the advancing
force where they themselves can be resupplied. The handling of supplies should be minimized by directing vehicles from the CSSA in the rear to make deliveries directly
to the users at forward RRPs.
f. Forward Arming and Refueling Point
(FARP). The purpose of the FARP is to permit rapid re-
fueling and rearming of combat aircraft. It is a temporary
facility that is organized, equipped, and deployed by an
ACE commander. The FARP is normally located in the
main battle area closer to the area of operations rather than
the aviation unit’s CSSA. This location in or near the main
battle area provides fuel and ammunition necessary for the
employment of aviation maneuver units in combat.
5003. Supply Battalion, FSSG
a. Mission. The supply battalion (SupBn) is assigned the
mission of providing general supply support (less bulk fuel
and Navy-funded stock/program sustainment) for MAGTF
operations. In fulfilling this mission, it accomplishes the
following tasks:
Provides supply support management for the FSSG
and other MAGTF elements beyond the organic capabilities of supported units. This support includes
the following stock control functions:
Management of the MAGTF’s special allowance training pool items and initial issue provisioning assets (e.g., contingency training
allowance pool [CTEP]).
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Management of the MAGTF’s secondary repairables through the repairable issue point (RIP)
(e.g., transmissions and engines).
Technical management, data research, cus- tomer
service, and general assistance to the MAGTF for
supply matters.
Supply status management reports for the
MAGTF, as required.
Interface with the MAGTF and the financial/
maintenance management systems.
Provides contracting services and cross-servicing
functions (i.e. other service/host nation) for supported units, as required.
Provides warehousing capability for the MAGTF.
Accounts for class I, II, IV, VII, VIII, IX, and X
supplies; initial issue provision assets; and authorized
levels of war reserves.
Provides subsistence support to the MAGTF, to include operation of class I subsistence dumps for storage and issue.
Receipts, stores, and forwards packaged class III
supplies.
Receipts, stores, issues, and accounts for class V
items.
Provides technical assistance in receipt, storage, assembly, and provisioning of special ordnance.
Receipts, stores, issues, and provides organizational
(2d echelon) and intermediate (3d and 4th echelon)
maintenance support for class VIII supplies and
equipment.
Provides intermediate level shop stores/issue points
for the MEF.
Procures items held by IMM activities.
b. Organization. The SupBn consolidates the interme-
diate supply capabilities of the FSSG and task-organizes
commodity-oriented detachments to support MAGTF requirements. These functions are organized into four companies. See figure 5-2.
(1) Headquarters and Service Company (HQSVC) .
The company is organized to plan, coordinate, and supervise the command support functions of the battalion
and to provide specified general support supply functions for MAGTFs. It is also structured to facilitate task
organization of detachments for operations conducted
by the battalion in support of MAGTF oper- ations.
(2) Supply Company. The supply company is struc-
tured to provide centralized supply control and management for the SupBn, FSSG, and the MAGTFs through
the SMU which is capable of accounting for SASSY.
The officer-in-charge of the SMU directs and controls
external supply support and internal SMU operations.
Data processing support is provided by the local regional automated services center.
(3) Ammunition Company. The ammunition company
is organized to plan, coordinate, and supervise class V
Figure 5-2. Supply Battalion, FSSG.
MAGTF Supply Operations
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support functions. It is also structured to facilitate task
organization of detachments for operations conducted
by the supply battalion in support of the MEF, two
MEFs forward, or any combination of smaller
MAGTFs.
(4)
Medical Logistics Company (MEDLOG). The
MEDLOG company is structured to provide a centralized supply and maintenance facility for class VIII supplies and equipment. See figure 5-3. The supply
platoons are capable of centralized operations under the
medical logistics company or decentralized operations
in three balanced units in support of MAGTFs smaller
than a MEF. The equipment repair platoon is capable
of in-store maintenance of medical and dental equipment of the MAGTF and operating a centralized repair
site or through decentralized, on-site maintenance support teams.
The medical logistics company performs the following
tasks:
Provides general supply support, to include
establishment/operation of class VIII supply points
and acquisition, receipt, and issue of the MAGTF’s
class VIII material.
Provides for the receipt, storage, and issue of class
VIII supplies in support of MAGTF medical and
dental units; intermediate maintenance support for
biomedical/technical medical and dental equipment;
and organizational maintenance support for MAGTF
medical/dental equipment.
Provides organizational (1st and 2d echelon) and intermediate (3d and 4th echelon) maintenance support
for the MAGTF’s class VIII equipment.
Provides support for the packing, preserving, storage, and maintenance of class VIII resupply.
Provides technical assistance to MAGTF medical/
dental units for the maintenance, inventory, and
quality control of class VIII supplies.
Figure 5-3. Medical Logistics Company.
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Chapter 6
SUPPLY SUPPORT FOR
AMPHIBIOUS OPERATIONS
Supply support during amphibious operations basically involves the process of supplying and
resupplying the assault echelon (AE) and assault follow-on echelon (AFOE) as transition from
sea to shore occurs. Each ship participating in offload operations requires a well-conceived
offload/discharge plan to ensure sustainment is available as required. The conduct and sequencing of the offload will, in many cases, be constrained by the availability of offload systems. At anchorage, self-sustaining ships are constrained by anchorage locations and
lighterage availability. Non-self-sustaining ships will be further constrained by the availability
of specialized shipping or systems for offload. At the beach, cargo movement from both selfsustaining and non-self-sustaining ships will be constrained by the number and availability of
beach offload points.
6001. Landing Force Supplies
Landing force supplies are the supplies and equipment in
the AE and the AFOE of an amphibious task force (ATF).
They include the initial supply support needed before arrival of resupply in the amphibious objective area (AOA).
These are usually the supplies which were made organic to
the MAGTF during pre-deployment planning. Landing
force supplies include basic loads, prepositioned emergency supplies, and remaining supplies.
a. Basic Load. The basic load is the Force’s initial
source of supply support. Basic loads are the types and
quantities of supplies which the commander directs his unit
to carry for a specific operation. The amount is usually expressed as days of supply or days of ammunition
(DOS/DOA) and may change each day as tactical situations dictate. The basic load should not exceed organic
transportation capabilities or what is necessary for combat
operations until replenishment becomes available.
b. Prepositioned Emergency Supplies. The com-
mander uses prepositioned emergency supplies for replenishment early in the ship-to-shore movement. These
supplies are available on-call for immediate delivery to
units ashore. This category of supplies is broken down into
floating dumps and prestaged helicopter-lifted supplies.
(1) Floating Dumps. Floating dumps normally consist
of selected pre-packaged class I, III, V, and VIII supplies. These supplies are established to support the surface assault elements and are staged aboard landing craft
or assault amphibious vehicles for immediate on-call
delivery to units ashore. The primary control officer
dispatches floating dumps to the beach in response to
requests from forces ashore via the tactical-logistical
group (TACLOG). The landing craft/assault amphibious vehicles are unloaded ashore and the supplies are
used to expand dumps in the beach support area (BSA).
The commander dissolves floating dumps once there
are enough supplies ashore to meet critical needs.
(2) Prestaged Helicopter-Lifted Supplies. The commander uses prestaged helicopter-lifted supplies primarily in support of helicopterborne units, but can use them
to support surface assault units, if required. These are
prepackaged units of selected high priority supplies positioned aboard ships for helicopter transport. Like
floating dumps, these supplies are available on call for
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units ashore. Requests for this category of supplies are
made from the unit to the TACLOG. Any of these supplies remaining after the initial stages of assault are used
to expand supply dumps ashore. Both prestaged supplies and floating dumps may be assigned landing serial
numbers to help identify and deliver specific supplies.
c. Remaining Supplies. The remaining supplies are
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a. The Landing Force Support Party (LFSP).
The LFSP provides personnel who land with the assault
elements of the GCE. The LFSP advance party lands in
later waves and establishes a link between the liaison personnel and the TACLOG on the primary control ship for
each beach. After the LFSP lands, it establishes the beach
support area with dumps for essential classes of supply.
all the MAGTF supplies not included in the basic load or
prepositioned emergency supplies. They constitute the major portion of the supplies transported to the AOA in the
AE and the AFOE. When the tactical situation permits, the
commander uses some of these supplies to build dumps
ashore. The CSSE unloads the bulk of the remaining supplies during the general offload.
b. Landing Zone (LZ) Buildup. During helicopter-
6002. Resupply
c. The Tactical-Logistical Group (TACLOG).
Resupply are those supplies transported to the AOA after
arrival of the AE and AFOE. Resupply includes such
sources as host nation and inter-Service support, supplies
aboard other ships or aircraft in an on-call status outside
the AOA, ship or aircraft on fixed delivery schedules, and
CINC-directed common item support. Additional information concerning landing force operations is contained in
Joint Publication 3-02, Joint Doctrine for Amphibious
Operations.
6003. Ground Supply Operations
For Amphibious Operations
As the objective is secured during the amphibious operation, the general offload process begins. This offload process is necessary to allow for the stationing of supplies
closer to the consumer. This in turn allows for a faster response time to consumer’s needs. Certain units are placed
ashore to ensure that the offload site is efficiently and properly organized for offload, storage, flow of requests, and
the distribution of supplies.
Figure 6-1 depicts the management and execution of
ground supply operations during the amphibious assault.
Although the agencies are different and the capabilities
less, the process closely resembles CSSE support operations once it is established ashore. This transition is gradual; as combat forces move inland, more CSS capability
lands.
borne operations, a helicopter support team (HST) provides support to units landing in each LZ. When the
operation plan calls for a CSS buildup in the LZ, the
landing support company provides the nucleus for the
HST. When there is not a CSS buildup, the HST comes
from the helicopterborne force.
The landing force establishes a TACLOG at each level of
the Navy ship-to-shore control organization. The purpose
of the TACLOG is to advise Navy control groups of landing forces’ requirements for the waterborne and helicopterborne ship-to-shore movements. The TACLOG monitors
scheduled unloading and helps the Navy control organization with movement during scheduled waves, on-call
waves, and nonscheduled serials. The personnel in the
TACLOG must have a thorough knowledge of the unit’s
tactical and administrative plans.
d. Requesting Supplies. Assault units submit re-
quests for supplies to either the shore party group or helicopter support teams. The teams relay the requests to the
TAC-LOG over shore party or HST control nets. As an
alternative, the assault element may pass requests directly
to the TACLOG over a tactical net. However, requesting
supplies directly from the TACLOG over tactical nets
should only be done for emergencies so that there is no interference with tactical message traffic or during failure of
other communications. When the tactical net is used, the
TACLOG should alert the shore party team or HST.
They, in turn, must prepare to receive the supplies or
equipment. The warning order should identify the requesting unit and the quantity of supplies or equipment needed
ashore.
e. Shore Party Group Landing. After the shore
party group lands, it establishes dump sites inland and controls the selective unloading of supplies, limiting the effort
to high priority serials. Shore party group and HST personnel unload, sort, store, safeguard and issue supplies.
These personnel then distribute supplies directly to the
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Figure 6-1. Ground Supply Operations During Amphibious Assault.
consumer using the fastest available means. The emphasis
is on responsiveness, even at the expense of economy and
accountability.
final decision on all changes to landing priorities. All other
agencies must respond tohis decisions.
f. Critical Item Requisition. If a critical item is not
receives the supplies and distributes them to the user. Delivery by helicopter can be direct from the ship or from the
beach if landing craft brought the item ashore. For additional information, refer to FMFM 4-3, MAGTF Landing
Support Operations.
on hand, the shore party or HST notifies the TACLOG by
radio. The TACLOG first locates the item and then coordinates transportation with the Navy control organ- ization.
g. Unscheduled Supplies Movement. Before the
Navy assigns transportation to move unscheduled sup-
plies ashore, the TACLOG must determine the impact on
the tactical situation. It must assess the priority against the
priority for landings scheduled and on-call serials. The
landing force commander or his representative makes the
h. Supply Distribution. The shore party team or HST
Chapter 7
SUPPLY SUPPORT ASHORE
Once supply support is transferred ashore, there must be an established process for the flow
of supplies from the appropriate source to the consumer. The beginning of the supply flow is
when consumers submit requisitions. The consumers must know at what point to order supplies so that they do not have shortages. The consumer must also order the correct quantity of
supplies to prevent excess of on hand supplies which hinders mobility. Likewise, the supply
sources (CSSE/CSSD) ashore will have to establish the means of transporting the supplies for
distribution and replenishment. This chapter will discuss ground supply operations ashore and
the supply knowledge required to sustain operations ashore.
7001. Control of Supply Support
a. Flow of Supplies. Supplies should flow from the
source to the consumer by the most direct route. CSS delivery of supplies must be simple so that excess handling
does not reduce responsiveness. Direct shipment to the
consumer is the best method of delivery because bypassing
intermediate installations reduces handling. However,
when moving large bulk quantities, transportation economy is enhanced by utilizing CSSDs. Likewise, record
keeping should be as simple as possible and include only
essential information for controlling supply activities.
b. Stock Control. To aid in the control of stock quantities, supply organizations utilize stockage objectives and
reorder points. Selection of a proper stockage objective
level is critical for transportation management and continued support of combat operations.
(1) Stockage Objective. The stockage objective is the
maximum quantities of material that the CSSE/GCE/
ACE must have on hand to sustain current operations.
The MAGTF commander prescribes the stockage objective for CSS installations based on the CSSE/ACE commanders’ recommendations. Too high a stockage
objective can place an excessive burden on handling and
management systems. Too low a stockage objective can
delay or even prevent combat operations.
The stockage objective consists of two levels of supply
stocks—the operating level and the safety level. The operating level of supply stocks is the quantity required to
sustain operations between submission of requisitions or
between the arrival of successive shipments. These quantities are based on the established replenishment period
(daily, monthly, quarterly). In combat, the replenishment
period is usually more frequent than during peacetime
operations. The safety level of supply stocks is the quantity required to continue operations if there are minor delays in resupply or unpredictable changes in demand. In
combat, the safety level is more critical than during
peacetime.
(2)
Reorder Point. The reorder point is that point at
which the CSS unit must submit a requisition to maintain
the stockage objective. It consists of the sum of stocks
represented by the operating level and the safety level.
The reorder point is the sum of the safety level, the reorder time, and shipping time. Figure 7-1 is an example of
reorder point calculation. In this example, the CSS unit
reorders when the on-hand balance reaches 22 days. The
reorder quantity is the difference between the stockage
objective and the on-hand balance (reorder point). To determine actual quantities, the CSSE multiplies the number of days by the daily usage rate.
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SAFETY LEVEL
5 DAYS
REORDER TIME
2 DAYS
SHIPPING TIME
15 DAYS
REORDER POINT
22 DAYS
Figure 7-1. Reorder Point Calculation.
a. Types of Systems. The two types of replenishment systems are pull systems and push systems. Available resources and tactical situations usually dictate that a
MAGTF commander use a combination of the “pull” and
“push” systems.
(1) Pull Systems. The pull system utilizes consumer re-
quests in the form of requisition forms. Pull systems will
only provide supplies which are ordered by the consumer. Therefore, pull systems are not as responsive as
push systems because they do not anticipate user’s needs.
7002. Distribution
a. Distribution Methods. The two distribution meth-
ods are supply point distribution and unit distribution. The
supply point distribution method is when the receiving unit
is issued supplies at a supply point (depot, airhead, navigation head, railhead, combat train site, distribution point)
and then moves the supplies in organic transportation. The
unit distribution method is when the receiving unit is issued supplies in its own area and the transportation is furnished by the issuing agency. The receiving unit is then
responsible for its own internal distribution. Supported
units usually prefer the unit distribution method. However,
the MAGTF seldom has enough transportation assets to
permit unit distribution to all supported organizations.
b. Distribution Method Considerations. The
MAGTF commander usually determines the distribution
method used, and the method is reflected in annex D of
the OPORD. When supply point distribution is used, care
must be taken not to restrict operations for units which
have limited organic transportation. When the MAGTF
commander selects unit distribution, the CSSE/ACE commander must develop a transportation network from the
supported organization to the rear supply area that does not
generate equipment shortages in rear areas. As a general
rule, the MAGTF commander must use a combination of
supply point and unit distribution. Highest priority for unit
distribution is usually given to engaged units having limited organic transportation. Engaged units having organic
transportation are usually the next priority. Units which
are not in contact with the enemy usually receive the lowest priority.
7003. Replenishment Systems
(2) Push Systems. The push system uses reports (e.g.,
on-hand or usage reports) to determine the type and
quantity of resupplies. These supplies are then automatically sent (pushed) to the consumer. When using a push
system, extreme caution should be used to avoid burdening the user with excess stocks.
b. Replenishment Methods. The two most com-
monly used replenishment methods are service station and
tailgate issue.
Service Station. The service station method is
quicker than the tailgate issue method. However, the
service station method involves vehicles leaving their tactical positions and entering an established resupply area.
The number of vehicles being resupplied at one time is
dependent upon the enemy situation and resupply capabilities. The resupply area is designed as a series of resupply points for vehicles when they need resupply
service. Traffic flow through the resupply area is one
way to enhance efficiency. Once all vehicles have completed resupply, the vehicles move to the holding area
where a pre-combat inspection is conducted (time permitting). See figure 7-2.
(1)
(2) Tailgate Issue. The tailgate issue method is normally
conducted in an assembly area only. This method places
the resupply vehicles at greater risk, but maintains tactical
positioning and reduces traffic flow. If the tailgate issue
method is used in forward positions, then resupply must
be masked by the terrain. This method involves
resupply while combat remain in their positions. Vehicles
stocked with POL and ammunition stop at each
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Figure 7-2. Service Station.
individual vehicle position to conduct resupply services.
Other general supplies and services such as enemy prisoner of war retention and maintenance are centrally located at fixed sites. Individuals are rotated in much the
same manner as the service station for feeding and general resupply. See figure 7-3.
7004. Supply Operations Ashore
In general, the organic supply source for ground units is at
the battalion level and for aviation units at the aircraft
group level. Current Marine Corps/Navy directives and
standing operating procedures (SOPs) will dictate the specific procedures that units use to request resupply. Figure
7-4 illustrates the management and execution of ground
supply operations after the CSSE is functioning ashore.
Paragraphs a. through d. are the basic supply procedures
and principles used for resupply.
a. CSSD Support. Simple, locally established manual
procedures are the norm for initial requests from users. On
receipt of user requests, the supporting CSSD determines
if the item is on hand. If the item is available, the
CSSD transports it to users with unit distribution, when
possible. Consumers on supply point distribution are notified where and when they can pick up the item. If the item
is not on hand, the CSSD passes the requisition to the next
higher level for requisition. There is likely to be a transition period when both the CSSE and CSSDs use manual
supply processing procedures.
b. CSSD/CSSE Interaction. The CSSE receives req-
uisitions from the CSSD or, in some instances, direct from
the user. The CSS agency uses formal procedures both for
stock replenishment and for passing unfilled user requests
to the CSSE. Where possible, CSSDs in direct support of
consumers use automated systems to pass both requisitions
and reports to the CSSE. During the early stages of an operation, the likelihood of the CSSE having data processing
capability ashore to process automated requisitions is low.
c. CSSE Requisitions. When the CSSE cannot fill the
requisition, it either back orders or passes it on to intheater sources. The CSSE passes requisitions to these
sources rather than to continental United States (CONUS)
depots. Marine Corps user manuals and MAGTF operation orders will establish specific supply procedures for an
operation.
d. CSSE Supply Transportation. The CSSE nor-
mally provides the transportation to deliver supplies and
equipment to its subordinate CSSDs. Selection of the
mode of transportation is the CSSE’s responsibility.
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Figure 7-3. Tailgate Issue.
Surface transportation is the norm; however, water or air
transportation may be used, when available. Although the
consumer does not select the mode of transportation, his
request should contain the urgency of need and any information which might influence the mode. For example, if
the tactical situation requires rapid ammunition resupply,
the use of air delivery may be essential.
7005. Train Concept
The train concept is a means of internally task-organizing
and employing the organic CSS assets of tactical units.
Trains serve as the link between forward tactical elements
and the supporting CSSE. The use of trains enables combat service support to be performed as far forward as the
tactical situations permit. Depending on the situation,
trains may provide combat service support to units organic
or attached to the battalion, and/or be fully mobile. However, trains are usually movable rather than mobile. In the
Marine Corps, this concept equates to unit, battalion, and
regimental trains.
a. Unit Trains. Unit trains centralize the supported
units’ CSS assets under the direct control of their commander. Unit trains are most appropriate in defensive,
slow moving, or static situations. The commander uses
this option when a tactical situation dictates self-contained
train operations for centralization and control. For example, during the early phases of an amphibious operation,
the battalion must locate its CSS capability in the beach
support area or landing zone. Unit trains provide simplicity, economy, and survivability against ground attack.
b. Battalion Trains. Normally, trains supporting
battalion-sized units will be echeloned into combat trains
and field trains. This echelonment concept improves responsiveness, flexibility, and survivability against air
attack.
(1) Combat Trains. Combat trains are organic elements
which provide critical combat service support in forward
areas. The key to combat trains is mobility. This element
is intentionally kept as small as possible so that it can
travel or stay with supported forces. A combat train’s
survivability depends on remaining small and possessing
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Figure 7-4. Ground Supply Operations Ashore.
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its own firepower. Combat trains usually include handling of rations, fuel, ammunition, and critical repair
parts; maintenance contact teams with limited repair capability; and a battalion aid station.
e. Resupply Techniques. Trains are employed in nu-
(2) Field Trains. Field trains consist of the remaining or-
7006. Medical-Peculiar Supply Support
ganic CSS elements located further to the rear. These
trains may or may not be mobile-loaded. Field trains
usually include the mess section; the supply section (-);
organic or attached motor transport; and the remainder of
combat service support not in the combat train.
c. Regimental Trains. The regimental train consists of
the CSS assets required to sustain the regimental headquarters and any organic or attached units under the direct control of the regiment. The regimental commander may
choose to consolidate the battalion field trains in one location for security, control, and centralization of resources.
The combat service support of immediate need to the combat units should be allocated to the battalion trains, but
combat service support not of a time-critical nature can often be consolidated at the regimental level.
d. Positioning Considerations. Seldom will any
train site possess all the desirable traits of the seven CSS
principles. However, the CSS principles of responsiveness
and survivability should be main considerations when selecting a train site for positioning of trains. In general,
trains should be located —
On defensible terrain to allow the best use of limited
personnel assets.
In an area with enough space to permit dispersion of
both vehicles and activities.
In an area that provides concealment from hostile
ground and air observation.
On firm ground to support heavy/continuous vehicle
traffic.
Near a suitable helicopter landing site for helicopter
resupply and medical evacuation.
Close to main supply routes (MSRs) forward and
rearward.
In an area that allows good communications with
forward elements and with supporting activities.
merous ways by CSS units in the resupply process. Figure
7-5 illustrates train techniques commonly used during resupply operations.
Medical and dental supply encompasses the functions of
procurement, initial issue, resupply, and disposition of material necessary to support medical and dental elements organic to the FMF. As a general rule, requisitions for class
VIII material follow the same channels as other classes of
supply. Medical/dental major end items of equipment, repair parts, and consumable items are funded/ordered by
the Marine Corps. The medical/dental support deployed
aboard ships is generally a self-contained “package deal”
that not only provides the professional medical personnel
but also their required administrative and support personnel. While embarked, the MAGTF does not consume its
organic assets but consumes the ship’s materials.
a. Allowance and Source of Supply. Supply re-
quirements of the Medical and Dental Battalion are identified in the units’ T/Es and authorized class VIII capability
sets. The T/E includes items necessary for basic support of
the organization (tentage, vehicles, etc.). Specialized equipment and supplies allocated to medical and dental elements
are listed in class VIII capability sets. Class VIII capability
sets constitute the authorized allowances of medical/dental
equipment and consumable supplies required to accomplish healthcare support during combat. The T/E, plus the
capability sets allocated to medical and dental elements of a
MEF, are designed to support the MEF in an estimated
worst case scenario through a 60-day period of combat.
b. Medical Basic Loads. All medical support ele-
ments of a MAGTF mountout with equipment and medical consumable items sufficient for a projected 15 days
(minimum) of combat support operations. Medical equipment and consumable supplies sufficient for 3 to 5 days
are initially brought ashore by the personnel of unit medical sections and evacuation sections of the assault echelon.
Vehicles, including ambulances, dedicated for
medical/dental elements are combat-loaded during mountout and used to bring in initial medical equipment and supplies ashore. Equipment and supplies remaining afloat are
phased ashore on demand or as scheduled with ensuing
waves of the assault echelon.
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The CSSD is replenished at the CSSA by a higher echelon of the CSSE. The location of the CSSA will be situational, but is usually 20-25 km behind the forward line of own troops (FLOT). This will improve survivability by being out of range of enemy indirect fire.
The CSSD may move forward to resupply regimental trains which resupply the unit/Bn trains; unit/Bn trains which resupply their
forces; and directly resupply the using units, when feasible.
CSSDs in direct support may be 10-20 km behind the FLOT or where most responsive yet survivable. Except when providing direct support to maneuver units (e.g. MCSSD), the CSSD may even be co-located with regimental or field trains. Resupply is usually conducted at the repair and replenishment point (RRP).
c. Medical Resupply During Amphibious Assault. During the pre-embarkation planning, the force
commander will determine the number of modularized
class VIII capability sets, both equipment and consumable
types, required to support the initial assault phase of the
operation. These capability sets contain highly used critical
items such as intravenous fluids, administration sets, and
battle dressings. When need for these supplies occurs, the
using unit submits a request through its supply section to
the tactical logistic group. The supplies are then sent depending on priority and available transportation. Additional resupply stocks of equipment and consumable
material are positioned for mount-out with the MEDLOG
Co Det with the supply section of the CSSE.
d. Medical Combat Resupply Operations. After consumable capability sets are issued and expended, or
when directed, resupply is normally by line item requisition from the supporting CSSE through the unit’s supply
section. Figure 7-6 illustrates combat medical/dental supply procedures. Company/platoon corpsmen normally receive resupply from their parent aid station. Aid stations
obtain resupply through parent unit supply sections. Platoon corpsmen and aid stations may obtain emergency resupply from supporting companies of the medical battalion
or through inbound medical evacuation aircraft or ground
transportation.
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Figure 7-6. Combat Medical and Dental Supply Channels.
Chapter 8
MAGTF AVIATION COMBAT ELEMENT
Not only does the MAGTF commander need to be familiar with ground supply operations,
but he must also understand supply operations for aviation. Although it is a part of the
MAGTF, the aviation combat element (ACE) has unique requirements and therefore has a
different supply network. In general, the ACE receives certain supplies from the Navy’s supply system and other supplies from the Marine Corps Supply System (MCSS). Internally, the
logistic support sources for the ACE are the Marine aviation logistics squadron (MALS) and
the Marine wing support squadron (MWSS). The MALS provides aviation logistics support
for the Marine aviation group (MAG) and below. The MWSS provides aviation ground support. When a task-organized ACE is deployed, the CSSD provides logistic support beyond
the capability of the MWSS. This chapter will discuss the organization of the ACE, its organic supply support in each unit, and the unique organizations and programs that are in place
to assist the ACE with supply support, when deployed.
8001. ACE Organization
An ACE is organized and equipped to operate in an
expeditionary environment. The ACE is not a permanent
organization but is comprised of aviation assets that are
task organized to provide air support for an assigned
mission and is dissolved upon completion of that mission.
The ACE of a MAGTF is task organized from Marine
aircraft wing (MAW) assets that include rotary and
fixed-wing MAGs, Marine air control groups (MACGs),
and Marine wing support groups (MWSGs). Representative examples of a MEU ACE and MEF ACE are
found in figures 8-1 and 8-2.
8002. ACE Logistic Sources
Supply operations for the MAGTF ACE are similar to
ground supply operations in that there is a wholesale level
and a retail level. For the ACE, these levels are generated
from the naval supply system. However, naval supply
support is only for aviation-peculiar items such as aircraft
parts and airfield items. The ground side support for the
ACE is provided by the CSSE.
a. Naval Supply System. The naval supply system
provides the MAGTF ACE with supply support for
aircraft, aviation support equipment, and aviation
armament and ordnance equipment. The naval supply
system is a two-tiered system — the wholesale level and
the retail level.
(1) Wholesale Level. At the wholesale level, supplies
are controlled by the Naval Supply Systems Command’s (NAVSUPSYSCOM’s) two inventory control
points (ICPs) — the Aviation Supply Office (ASO),
Philadelphia, PA, and the Ships Parts Control Center
(SPCC), Mechanicsburg, PA.
(2) Retail Level. Retail level supplies are held within
each MALS Aviation Supply Department. Authorized
levels of supply are identified in the Aviation Consolidated Allowance List (AVCAL) and Coordinated Shipboard Allowance List (COSAL). Additional allowances
for specific-peculiar systems can be found in the various
Naval Aviation Systems Command (NAVAIR) allowance documents.
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ACE
HEADQUARTERS
ELEMENT
AVIATION
FIXED-WING
ELEMENT
ROTARY WING
ELEMENT
COMMAND,
CONTROL AND
COMMUNICATION
(AVIATION C3
ELEMENT)
REINFORCED
VMA
HELICOPTER
DETACHMENT
SQUADRON
MACG
DET
NOTE: It is important to note that the ACE of a MEU is normally embarked aboard
an air-capable ship(e.g., LPH, LHA, LHD); therefore, aviation supply support is the
responsibility of the ship.
Figure 8-1. MEU ACE Organization.
b. Aviation Ground Support (AGS). AGS is
provided by the MWSSs of a MWSG. MWSSs are
designed to support either rotary or fixed-wing operations. However, a single MWSS can be task organized to
simultaneously support rotary and fixed-wing oper- ations,
if required
8003. ACE Supply Support
Organizations
The MALS and the MWSS are the internal supply support organizations for the ACE. The task-organized
MALS provides tailored aviation logistics support and
each MWSS provides tailored packages of AGS. The
MALS is structured as a subordinate unit of a MAG and is
organized as a core unit that is augmented by personnel
associated with specific aircraft types and squadrons. This
organizational structure enables each MALS to task
organize to provide logistic support for a corresponding
task-organized, rotary or fixed-wing ACE. A MWSS
is a subordinate unit of the MWSG and it will normally
function as an integral unit of the ACE. A CSSD provides
external supply support beyond the capabilities of the
MWSS. CSSDs are composed of units within a FSSG and
are task organized to provide specific support to the
MAGTF ACE.
a. Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron
Mission. A Marine aviation logistics squadron
(MALS) provides aviation logistics support for the
subordinate units of the MAG, as well as other designated units of the MWSG and MACG.
(1)
(2) Tasks. Tasks performed by a MALS include —
Providing intermediate level maintenance on
aircraft and aeronautical equipment of all supported units. Performing first degree repair on
aircraft engines, when authorized.
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Figure 8-2. MEF ACE Organization.
Providing supply support for aircraft, aeronautical
equipment,
and
Navy-funded
programs in support of Marine aviation (e.g.,
weather equipment, air traffic control equipment, expeditionary airfield equipment, etc.).
Interpreting and implementing aircraft maintenance and supply policies and procedures for
the MAG commander and performing inspection and assistance reviews on all aspects of
aviation logistics within subordinate units of
the MAG.
Coordinating all planning functions associated
with aviation logistics and its deployment,
employment, and utilization.
Providing data processing support to facilitate
the execution of aviation supply, maintenance,
and financial functions of the MAG.
b. Marine Wing Support Squadron
Mission. A Marine wing support squadron
(MWSS) provides essential AGS to a designated ACE
and all supporting or attached elements of the MACG.
MWSSs are specifically tasked to conduct airfield operations—less air traffic control—for supported ACE
units.
(1)
(2) Capabilities. MWSS capabilities include —
Maintaining the capability to deploy as an integral unit or as tailored logistic support elements in support of separately employed
units.
Establishing and performing air base support
functions (EAF construction; meteorological
support; crash, fire, and rescue; airfield communications; messing, dental, and medical facilities; etc.).
Providing assembly and distribution of class
V(A) ammunition.
Providing motor transport to support internal
airfield operations.
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Performing essential engineer services (i.e.,
construction and maintenance of the airfield
fuel distribution system, establishing essential
water and power support, making rapid runway repairs, etc.).
Providing ground equipment and aircraft refueling support.
Providing security and law enforcement services (flight line security, convoy escort, etc.).
c. Combat Service Support Detachment
Mission. A combat service support detachment
(CSSD) from the MAGTF CSSE augments the ACE
combat service support provided by the MWSG. Specific CSSD requirements are determined, requested,
and coordinated by the MWSS.
(1)
(2) Capabilities. Available CSSD capabilities to support the ACE include —
Transporting fuel, ordnance, and other supplies required by the ACE from the point-ofentry in the MAGTF area of responsibility to
the expeditionary airfield site for distribution
by an MWSS and/or MALS.
Performing third echelon maintenance on Marine Corps supported motor transport, engineer, and communications equipment operated
by the ACE.
Providing postal, disbursing, exchange, legal,
civil affairs, and graves registration services.
Providing automated information systems services (e.g., JUMPS/MMS, and SASSY) required by the ACE, excluding those associated
with support for Navy-funded assets/aviation
logistics.
(3) Limitations. AGS which cannot be fulfilled by a
MWSS will be provided by the MAGTF CSSE. To
provide support for the entire MAGTF, the CSSE
establishes CSSAs manned and equipped by CSSDs.
The MWSSs of an ACE will determine the logistic
support required from the CSSE. CSSDs will be
formed to provide the AGS identified.
8004. Logistic Support Programs
for the ACE
The logistic support for a MAGTF ACE is provided
through a variety of different programs. The MALS are
tasked with furnishing aviation-peculiar logistics support.
The Marine aviation logistics support program (MALSP),
together with the MPS program and the aviation logistics
support ship (TAVB) program, provides aviation
logisticians the ability to identify and integrate the aviation
logistics needed to support all aircraft types that could
comprise a MAGTF ACE. Specifically, these programs
enable aviation logisticians to identify and integrate the
people, support equipment, mobile facili- ties/shelters, and
spares/repair parts needed to support a MAGTF ACE.
a. Marine Aviation Logistics Support Program
(MALSP). Most Navy-funded logistic support for
aviation units is provided under the MALSP. The primary
objective of the MALSP is to ensure that required
aviation-peculiar logistics is available to support any
contingency. The MALSP, together with a number of
other programs, provide a standard method of quickly
task-organizing aviation logistics support. MALSP
structures aviation logistics support into packages that can
be phased into an area of responsibility commen- surate
with the buildup of air power. These support packages are
used as building blocks to keep aircraft operational during
every phase of an operation.
Fly-in Support Packages (FISPs). FISPs can be
viewed as “enabling” packages. They provide the organizational level, spare parts support (remove and replace) that allows Marine aircraft to commence flight
operations immediately upon arrival in theater. FISPs
are airlifted to the operating site as part of the fly-in
echelon (FIE). They are then married with the organizational level support equipment transported aboard
MPF ships or accompanying the aircraft. This combination of assets is capable of providing critical aviation
support for 30 days of combat flying. If flight operations are too extensive in scope or duration for the
FISPs alone to handle (i.e., greater than 30 days), then
the next “building block,”CSPs, will be provided.
(1)
(2) Contingency Support Packages (CSPs). CSPs aug-
ment the FISPs by adding common and peculiar support needed to support both organizational and
intermediate level maintenance. CSPs integrate the
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support equipment, mobile facilities, spare and repair
parts, and Marines needed to sustain deployed aircraft.
CSPs have been developed to support each type of tactical Marine aircraft.
(3) The Follow-on Support Packages (FOSPs). FOSPs
represent the final MALSP “building block.” Simply
put, a FOSP is designed to “flesh out” the support that
the FISPs and CSPs do not provide. The introduction
of the FOSP would, in essence, provide ACE aircraft
the same support they receive in garrison.
b. U. S. Navy-Furnished War Reserve
Material. Navy war reserve material in support of
Marine aviation is managed by the CNO under special
project codes. These project codes include allowances for
forms, publications, flight clothing, support equipment,
ordnance support equipment, and repair parts. Specific
project codes are identified in OPNAVINST 4080.11.
Navy-furnished war reserve material is designed to assure
the availability of material that is not held in sufficient
quantity at the organizational level so that it can satisfy
requirements in support of MAGTF operations.
c. Aviation Logistics Support Ship (TAVB). The
TAVB is an innovative program developed to transport
critical intermediate level maintenance and supply assets to
a forward operating area in support of deployed Marine
aircraft. The primary mission of the TAVB is to provide
dedicated sealift for movement of intermediate level
logistic support for use in the rapid deployment of a
MAGTF ACE. A secondary mission — to serve as a
national asset dedicated to strategic sealift — can be
exercised if the embarked MALS intermediate
maintenance support is phased ashore. To enhance
responsiveness, one ship is berthed on the East Coast and
another on the West Coast of the United States. Both ships
can be configured to allow for tailored intermediate level
repair capability while underway, in-stream, or pier-side.
d. Maritime Prepositioning Force (MPF). The
purpose of the MPF program is to provide fleet
commanders deployment flexibility. Included in each MPF
squadron is limited organizational level, common aviation
support equipment, class V(A) and limited intermediate
level support equipment. The flexibility of the MPF
program allows a MPF to meet missions ranging from
combat operations to humanitarian assistance.
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e. Aviation Ground Support (AGS). AGS consists
of that Marine Corps-funded support provided to the ACE
by the MWSS. Specific functions center on those services
required to sustain airfield operations. Just as a
task-organized MALS provides tailored aviation logistics
support, each MWSS provides tailored packages of AGS.
These packages are described as follows:
(1) Basic Capability Package (BCP). The BCP consists
of the equipment and personnel required to achieve initial operational capability at a selected main air base or
air facility.
(2) Full Capability Package (FCP). The FCP is com-
prised of equipment and associated personnel not assigned to a BCP but required to achieve full operational capability at an existing main air base or air facility.
(3) Site/Point Package (SPP). SPPs contain the mini-
mal quantities of personnel and equipment required to
operate an air site or air point.
(4) Expeditionary Airfield Package (EAFP). This pack-
age consists of the EAF equipment and personnel necessary to establish an EAF or augment/enhance an
existing airfield.
(5) Aircraft Recovery Package (ARP). An ARP is
comprised of aircraft arresting gear and visual aids (i.e.,
lighting) used to provide an airfield with emergency recovery capabilities. Using a combination of these packages, a MWSS tailors its equipment and personnel to fit
the assigned mission. It should be noted that each package represents an initial core capability which can be
modified as needed in response to specific
circumstances.
8005. ACE Supply Support for
Expeditionary Operations
a. Pre-deployment. Upon receipt of a mission, the
MAGTF commander will, through either deliberate
planning or rapid planning, develop a course of action,
force structure, and sequencing plan for forces to arrive in
an area of responsibility (AOR). When the planning
process is complete, the MAGTF commander’s staff will
commence task organization and organization of forces.
Logistic deployment planning is based on the tactical
requirements for phasing forces into the AOR. It is during
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this timeframe that the ACE is task organized, the rotary
and fixed-wing MALS and supporting MWSSs
designated, and preparations for deployment begin. The
deployment of a MAGTF ACE is executed by forming the
total force into movement groups.
The MALS and MWSS predeployment logistics actions
are listed in figure 8-3. After completing the predeployment actions shown in figure 8-3, the ACE lift requirement data must be provided to senior coordinating
commands. This reporting ensures that material, equipment, and personnel are accurately reflected in the master
deployment and execution date of higher headquarters.
b. ACE Movement Echelons During Deployment. The deployment of a MAGTF ACE is executed
by forming the total force into movement groups. The
movement groups are developed according to the speed
required. See figure 8-4 for organizing ACE movement
echelons.
c. Logistics Assets within ACE Movement
Echelons. Personnel, material, and equipment of the
rotary and fixed-wing MALSs and MWSSs are located
within the ACE movement echelons. See figure 8-5.
d. ACE Employment. Figure 8-6 discusses how the
MALS and the MWSS provide supply support to the
MAGTF ACE when it is employed.
e. ACE Redeployment. The procedures used by a
MALS and MWSS during redeployment must support the
reconstitution of the MAGTF. Redeployment plan- ning is
based on the tactical requirements present in the AOR,
force time-phasing requirements, and reconsti- tution
requirements. See figure 8-7 for MALS and MWSS
logistic actions during ACE redeployment.
Pre-deployment logistics actions for
fixed- and rotary wing MALS:
Pre-deployment logistics actions for a
MWSS:
The MALSs, called parent MALSs, of MAGs
providing aircraft to the ACE will identify and
prepare for shipment the FISPs and CSPs for
the specific type of aircraft being provided.
Based on ACE composition ( rotary, fixed-wing,
or a combination of both), a MWSS will be organized, equipped and assigned to the ACE.
FISPs and CSPs will be transferred to the designated supporting MALS, called the host
MALS, of the rotary and fixed-wing element of
the ACE.
Each host MALS will identify and prepare for
shipment the appropriate resident support
packages (i.e., FISPs and CSPs) for the aircraft
being provided by their MAG.
Equipment and personnel requirements will be
developed utilizing the AGS capabilities packages for time-phased deployment.
Coordination will be made with the CSSE to
ensure ACE external AGS requirements will be
provided.
Coordination will be made with the supporting
MALS to ensure Navy-funded material in support of AGS operations (i.e., weather, EAF material, etc.) will be provided.
Figure 8-3. Pre-deployment Logistic Actions for the MALS and the
and characteristics of the available lift and within the
timeframe the forces are required in the AOR. To move
ACE logistic support, both airlift and sealift will be
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Movement echelons may be organized
as outlined below:
FIE
The fly-in echelon (FIE) consists of the following elements:
OPP
The offload preparation party (OPP) is used during
MPF operations. It consists of equipment operators,
maintenance, and embarkation personnel. Their
mission is to embark aboard MPF ships to prepare
equipment for offload while in transit to the area of
responsibility.
SLRP
The survey, liaison and reconnaissance party
(SLRP) consists of personnel from all elements
of the MAGTF. Its mission is to assess areas
with potential to support the arrival and assembly phase, evaluate host nation support, and
de- termine engineering requirements.
A/P
The advance party (A/P) is a task-organized element
which provides the logistic capability for offload,
arrival, and assembly. The OPP and SLRP are
absorbed into the A/P.
(continued)
Rotary wing aircraft not capable of self-deployment
are not part of the FF. Instead, these aircraft are
loaded aboard transport aircraft and flown in with the
main body.
M/B
The main body (M/B) is made up of remaining
MAGTF units.
TAVBs
The aviation logistics support ships (TAVBs)
are utilized to provide dedicated sealift for the
movement of MALS maintenance and supply
assets. The ships are normally configured to
support intermediate (3rd and 4th echelon) repair while moving to the area of responsibility.
Once in theater, the MALS intermediate maintenance activity (IMA) may operate aboard the
TAVB or be phased ashore.
MPF
In a maritime prepositioning force (MPF) operation, some ACE logistic assets, such as organi- zational-level aviation support equipment,
avi- ation ordnance, and transportation assets,
will be aboard these prepositioning ships.
FOE
FF
The flight ferry (FF) consists of the rotary and
fixed-wing aircraft capable of self-deployment. This
phase involves in-flight refueling, enroute maintenance and supply support, and coordination of
enroute support bases (ESBs).
The follow-on echelon (FOE) consists of the
personnel and equipment not required to deploy
with the FIE but required to sustain the assault.
Figure 8-4. Example of Organizing ACE Movement Echelons.
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FIE OPP
(continued)
MALS
assist with the offload and distribution of ACE
assets aboard the MPF ships.
There is no requirement for MALS personnel to be
part of the fly-in echelon offload preparation party
(FIE OPP) since minimal intermediate-level aviation
support equipment is prepositioned.
MWSS
FIE FF
MALS
FIE SLRP
The MALS will provide the appropriate FISP
and aviation supply personnel to accompany
the fly-in echelon , flight ferry (FIE FF). This
contingent
will
be
transported
aboard
transport/refueling aircraft accompanying the
FF. An alternative method of supporting the FF
would be to preposition aviation logistics support at enroute staging bases.
MALS
MWSS
MALS representatives should be members of
the fly-in echelon, survey, liaison and reconnaissance party (FIE SLRP) to reconnoiter potential operating areas and/or facilities at the
intended rotary and fixed-wing sites.
There is no requirement for MWSS support in
the FIE FF.
MWSS
MALS
Representatives from the Airfield Operations,
Communications, and Engineer Operations Divi- sions
of the MWSS should be represented in the FIE SLRP.
Personnel and equipment to provide tailored
intermediate-level maintenance support are deployed aboard the TAVBs.
FIE A/P
MWSS
MALS and MWSS
Personnel and equipment not previously deployed, but required for support, will be positioned in the main body (M/B).
A MWSS will most likely provide maintenance and
embarkation personnel to prepare transportation,
engineer, and EAF equipment for offload.
Both the MALS and MWSS should provide
command element representatives on the fly-in
ech- elon, advance party (FIE A/P). These personel ensure proper preparation for arrival and
assembly of their respective main body
elements, and
M/B
FOE
Personnel and equipment of the MALSs or
MWSSs not deployed with another movement
echelon, but required for support, will be part
of the follow-on echelon (FOE).
Figure 8-5. Organic ACE Logistics Assets.
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MALS
MWSS
The exact makeup of a MAGTF ACE will determine when and how aviation logistics support
is provided and to what degree these assets are
employed. It is important to note that the ACE
of a MEU is normally embarked aboard an aircapable ship (e.g., LPH, LHA, LHD). Aviation
logistics support is, therefore, the responsibility
of the ship. Key MALS employment considerations for MAGTFs larger than a MEU are discussed below:
The composition and employment of a MWSS
depends largely on the concept of operations,
planned operating site of the supported ACE,
the anticipated level of CSSD support, and the
mission requirement to support multiple forward operating bases. Key planning employment considerations for an MWSS include the
following:
The designated host MALS will normally deploy
its command element and organic automated
data processing capability (i.e., SUADPS and
NALCOMIS).
To operate effectively, a MALS must remain
stable at the designated site from which its
supported aircraft are operating. Although a
MALS is movable, it is not a “ pick-up and go”
event and must be planned and coordinated in
advance.
Determining construction requirements. A
requirement for extensive construction material
not readily available or locally procurable will
significantly increase the embarkation requirements for a MWSS.
Determining the number of sites to be supported. Doctrinally, a MWSS can support more
than one site; however, the desired level of
support at each site and the distances between
sites will have a direct impact on the level of
support available.
Arrangements should be made to ensure
accountability of the MALS personnel, equipment, and/or logistic support assets not deployed. The preferred method is to transfer those
assets not being utilized to remain behind MALS.
The employment of more aircraft, or flying them
more hours, than the FISPs are designed to
support will require that logistics assets be drawn
from the CSPs and added to these packages.
Figure 8-6. MALS and MWSS Support for an Employed MAGTF ACE.
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MALS Redeployment
Logistic actions that occur with a rotary and fixedwing MALS assigned to the ACE during redeployment include —
Reconstituting the FISPs and CSPs and preparing
them for shipment.
Identifying, preparing, and segregating FF support
for redeploying aircraft.
Transferring specific FISPs/CSPs to their parent
MALS may be accomplished before or after
redeployment depending on the operational
situation in the AOR.
Receipting upon return to their home air station
those CSPs that were transferred to other
activities at the time of employment.
MWSS Redeployment
MWSS assets and support will be required at the
AOR as long as there are air operations. As a result,
the MWSS will be one of the last units to redeploy.
To the greatest extent possible, reconstitution of
equipment will occur prior to redeployment. Specific
points a MWSS needs to consider during redeployment include —
Conducting agricultural washdowns of all
equipment and rolling stock prior to embarkation
aboard aircraft/ships.
Performing maintenance performed on all
equipment prior to redeployment, to the
maximum extent possible.
Returning MPF assets to the appropriate CSSE.
Ensuring that AGS is transitioned to the CSSE or
contracted host nation support as the ACE
redeploys and required logistic support decreases.
Figure 8-7. MALS and MWSS Logistic Actions During an ACE Redeployment.
Chapter 9
Planning for Supply Operations
Supply requires the longest forward planning because it has the broadest scope of support
within combat service support. As a result, supply support becomes one of the first planning
considerations in the support plan — the support plan being part of the CSS estimate of supportability within the tactical plan. In order for supply planning to be effective initially, intense coordination between planners at all levels should take place during the predeployment
phase. This phase offers the most opportune time to get “tailor made” supply support as commanders can avail themselves of the major base/installation FSSG facilities. Regardless of the
phase of the operation, a unit commander can receive timely and appropriate supply support
if both the supported and supporting units know each other’s responsibilities. Without timely
and appropriate supply support to sustain the MAGTF, the effectiveness of efforts in the other
functional areas and the overall throughput system is largely negated.
9001. Supported Unit Responsibilities
The supported unit commander, through the coordinated
efforts of his G-3 and G-4 (S-3/S-4), initiates the detailed
planning for combat service support. CSS planning begins
with determining support requirements, assigning priorities, and allocating resources.
a. Determining Support Requirements. The sup-
ported unit commander determines and identifies those
supply support requirements beyond his organic capabilities which are needed for a mission. To arrive at an accurate decision on the type and amount of external service
support needed, the exact quantities of different supply
categories need to be calculated. See figure 9-1 for factors
that should be considered when calculating these needs.
b. Assigning Priorities. The supported unit com-
mander establishes and assigns priorities associated with
the execution of his concept of operations and scheme of
maneuver. This assignment of priorities, in turn, will affect the plans of the supporting CSSelement's concept of
combat service support. Ultimately, the MAGTF
commander oversees assignment of priorities.
Considerations
Mission of the MAGTF.
Characteristics of the objective area, including
available resources, climate, weather, and terrain.
Enemy capabilities.
Characteristics of operations to be supported.
Time span of the operation.
Capability and dependability of the transportation
system both outside and inside the objective area.
Tasks requiring special supplies and equipment.
Figure 9-1.
Calculating
Considerations for
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c. Allocating Resources. The supported unit com-
mander allocates available CSS resources to the subordinate elements of his organization. This allocation includes
those assets which he desires to retain as a reserve. The allocation of resources must support and complement the
supported unit commander’s concept of operations. They
also need to reflect his previous decisions on requirements
and priorities. Like his assignment of priorities, the supported unit commander’s allocations of CSS resources affect the supporting CSS element’s concept of combat
service support.
9002. Supporting Unit Responsibilities
Once the CSS planner knows the supported unit’s desires,
he can begin to advise and assist the unit in refining requirements, to procure the resources to meet those requirements, and to plan for the distribution of assets to support
the mission and concept of operations.
a. Determination of Requirements. This step is
very similar to the estimate of the situation and must address each CSS functional support area. These requirements are based on the supported commander’s concept of
operations and the situational factors. The CSS element
must know requirements early in the planning phase and
be informed of changes as they occur.
b. Procurement of Assets. The supporting CSS ele-
ment procures assets based on the determination of requirements required to sustain the supported unit.
Realizing that nearly all consumers tend to overestimate
their requirements, the supporting CSS element attempts to
prevent oversupply by processing procurement actions
with realistic quantities.
c. Distribution of Assets. This involves the actual
providing of the supported services. This stage has the
most critical impact on responsiveness, flexibility, and
economy of combat service support.
9003. CSS Planning References
The following references assist in the determining of CSS
requirements. See chapter 1, figure 1-3 for the listing of
the classes of supply.
a. Table of Authorized Material (TAM). The
TAM provides general information and instruction on the
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supply system, specific information on classes I, II, III, IV,
VII, and IX, and replacement factors needed to project anticipated losses or consumption.
b. Table of Equipment (T/E). The T/E identifies the
equipment that a unit rates or the total of what it has on
hand or on order. The T/E is primarily concerned with
class VII items. The information in the T/E is used to
help determine class V supplies because it gives the
amount of weapon systems a unit possesses. Likewise, its
listing of vehicles/equipment assists in calculating fuel
requirements.
c. Table of Organization (T/O). The T/O contains
the organization of the unit and an actual listing of the personnel allocation authorized to the unit. The T/O is useful
to the logistics planner because it describes the logistic capabilities of the unit. The authorized strength figures are
used to assist in the determination of classes I and V.
d. Marine Corps Orders (MCO). MCO 8010.1 pro-
vides class V(W) supply rates in combat operations. MCO
8011.4 provides information for determining training requirements. See Appendix D,References.
e. U.S. Army Field Manuals (FMs). FM 101-10-1,
Staff Officers Field Manual: Organizational, Technical,
and Logistic Data (Unclassified Data), provides a wide
variety of planning data about supply and transportation.
9004. Requirements by Classification
The following information provides general assistance in
determining requirements for each class of supply.
a. Class I
(1) Food Items. The T/O is useful for determin-
ing the requirements of food items. Also, the
TAM contains data for computation of requirements and packaging data under the class I section. There are several food items available to the
commander.
(a) Meals, ready-to-eat (MREs) are rations de-
signed for individual or small group feeding
when cooking facilities are not used. MREs fall
under subclass C.
MAGTF Supply Operations
(b) “A” rations are designed for large group
feeding in the field or garrison. These rations
require preparation facilities and refrigerated
storage spaces. “A” rations fall under subclass
R.
(c) “B” rations are designed for large group
feeding when cooking facilities are not available. These rations are composed mainly of
canned or dehydrated nonperishable foods. “B”
rations fall under subclass S.
Water Requirement. When calculating the
amount of water necessary, the T/O is used in
determining the total number of personnel. Information from the T/E is used in part to determine
what equipment is available to carry and store water. FMFM 4-18, Bulk Liquids Operations, will
also be used to assist in water requirement
compu- tation.
(2)
b. Class II. The T/O, T/E, and the TAM are used to determine what organizational supplies and equipment are
needed. The combat active replacement figure (CARF) in
the TAM is used to calculate replacement rates for T/E
items.
c. Class III. Petroleum, oils, and lubricates (POL) are
expressed in terms of packaged and bulk products. The
T/E provides the amount of equipment which require fuel.
The TAM provides planning for climate conditions, oils,
and greases. It also provides a listing of POL and planning
data for all fuel-consuming vehicles and equipment in the
Marine Corps inventory. FMFM 4-18 provides additional
information.
d. Class IV. The TAM provides data on individual engineer construction materials (i.e., barbed wire, sandbags,
and lumber). FM 101-10-1 provides additional information
for total requirements.
e. Class V. Information concerning ground ammunition
can be found in MCO 8010.10 by type. Information concerning aviation ammunition can be found in the
OPAVINST 8011.9A, Non-nuclear Ordnance Requirements Process.
f. Class VI. Because exchanges are not usually brought
into a combat zone early in an operation, the sundries pack
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provides Marines with exchange-type items until an
exchange is established.
g. Class VII. The T/E provides allowances for major
end items. The TAM provides the CARF which reflects
the anticipated combat attrition of equipment on a monthly
basis.
h. Class VIII. Medical and dental T/Es and capability
sets are designed to support the MEF in an estimated
worst case scenario through a 60-day period of combat.
The force commander is responsible for ensuring that HSS
capabilities are sufficient to support the OPLAN. The capability sets may be allocated to support specific OPLAN
requirements.
i. Class IX. The SMU’s deployment support generator
package can provide repair part historical usage data based
on desired end items. Class IX(A) allowances are identified in chapter 8. During the predeployment phase, a class
IX block is tailored to support the units in a MAGTF. The
development of the supply block begins with the SMU
running a program or “generator package” to estimate repair part requirements. The generator package’s estimate is
based on Marine Corps historical usage data for a piece of
equipment’s specific identification number. The MAGTF’s
equipment density list (EDL) is submitted to the SMU so
that generator package compensates for the total number of
each identification number. Because the SMU’s generator
package does not consider specific factors (e.g. operating
climates), this estimate should only be used as a starting
point to develop and refine the class IX block. For the purposes of developing a parts block, commanders must incorporate previous experiences and the expertise of their
maintenance personnel into its development. See figure 9-2
for factors that should be considered during repair parts
block determination.
j. Class X. These supplies are usually not a requirement
for Marine forces. If they are used, higher headquarters
(usually MEF or higher) will assign the required levels.
9005. Security
The commander of a force cannot normally afford to dedicate combat forces for the protection of CSS facilities.
Therefore, CSS facilities must be prepared to defend themselves against enemy attack. Normally, the G-4/S-4
is responsible for planning the security of appropriate CSS
element’s security. FMFM 2-6, Rear Area Security
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Factors
Actions
Type and density of equipment to be supported.
Observation posts should be established to give
early warning.
Level of maintenance to be performed by the organizational and CSSE maintenance elements.
MAGTF’s objective and scheme of maneuver.
Environmental factors.
Projected length of operation.
Other resources in the MAGTF’ s area of operation.
After action reports of MAGTF s deployed to same
region.
A perimeter defense should be established when
expecting to be stationary for an extended period
of time.
Provisional rifle squads from logistics/CSS personnel should be assigned positions/sectors of fire.
Vehicles with heavy machine guns should be positioned to cover likely avenues of approach.
Internal communications should be established.
On-call targets should be plotted for point defense.
Popular demand national stock number (NSNs)
reporting.
Seek positions that offer overhead concealment
from enemy air attack.
Embarkation and lift constraints.
Position CSS elements near the reserve if possible.
Figure 9-2. Factors for Repair Parts
Block Determination.
contains additional information for planning security measures. See figure 9-3 for actions to be considered when
planning security.
Figure 9-3. Actions to be Considered
When Planning Security.
Chapter 10
MAGTF II/LOGAIS
The Marine Corps has developed a family of coordinated, mutually supporting, automated
systems to support Marine Corps deployments. These systems are called the Marine AirGround Task Force II/Logistics Automated Information Systems (MAGTF II/LOGAIS).
The MAGTF II/LOGAIS supports deliberate and time-sensitive planning, mobilization, assembly, deployment, and sustainment of a MAGTF in independent, joint, and/or combined
operations. Figure 10-1 illustrates the systems which constitute MAGTF II/LOGAIS and
their internal relationship.
Figure 10-1. MAGTF II/LOGAIS Systems' Relationship.
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10001. MAGTF War Planning
System II
aggregating weights, volume, center of balance, and cargo
compatibility. During the planning and execution phases
of an operation, the CALM updates the MDSS II.
The MAGTF II is designed to assist Marine Corps planners in operation plan development by comparing alternative force structures, forecasting lift and sustainability
requirements, and estimating lift "footprints."
The
MAGTF II rapidly generates and refines time-phased force
and deployment data (TPFDD) to meet short-force closure
deadlines. Additionally, it is being designed to provide the
Marine Corps with a data interface to the Joint Operation
Planning and Execution System (JOPES).
10005. Transportation Coordinators' Automated Information for
Movements System
10002. MAGTF Deployment
Support System II
The MDSS II is a unit-level planning and execution system
that provides MAGTFs and subordinate elements the ability to develop and tailor plan-specific force structures (personnel, supplies, and equipment) for multiple operation
plans. In addition, the MDSS II monitors real-time element combat readiness for personnel and equipment. It
also serves as a common source of movement, embarkation, force structure planning data, and level VI detail
(NSN, SSN, serial number, etc.) for other MAGTF
II/LOGAIS subsystems.
The TC AIMS supports planning and execution for movement of forces from CONUS, overseas points of origins to
ports-of-embarkation (POEs), and ports-of-debarkation
(PODs) to destinations. The TC AIMS provides in-transit
visibility to the United States Transportation Command's
(USTRANSCOM's) Component Commands and the Defense Transportation System (DTS). The TC AIMS can
also be used for the redeployment of forces.
10006. MAGTF Data Library
The MDL is a microcomputer data base management system comprised of standardized logistics and reference files.
The MDL creates the reference files which are used by all
of the LOGAIS family. Additionally, the MDL provides
a rapid retrieval capability for MAGTF logisticians, specifically the person designated as a MAGTF data base
manager.
10003. Computer-Aided
Embarkation Management System
10007. Asset Tracking for Logistics
and Supply System
The CAEMS provides load plans (template deck diagrams) and associated reports (Dangerous Cargo Manifest,
Trim Stress and Stability, etc.) for amphibious, commercial shipping (black bottom), and maritime prepositioning
ships (MPS). The MDSS II is the initial source of data.
The ATLASS is a new system which is currently being
fielded in the Marine Corps to expand and replace the
landing force asset distribution system (LFADS). In the
future, the ATLASS will provide the means for combining
the Marine Corps ground maintenance and unit/inter- mediate levels of supply into one system. In doing this, the
ATLASS will replace the following systems:
10004. Computer Assisted Load
Manifest
The CALM is an automated Air Force designed and maintained system for producing Air Mobility Command
(AMC) approved airlift load plans and reports. This system automatically computes the optimal configuration of
load plans for C-130, C-141, C-5, and KC-10 aircraft by
Marine Integrated Maintenance Management
System (MIMMS)
Marine Corps Automated Readiness Evaluation
System (MARES)
Supported Activities Supply System (SASSY)
Medical Logistics System (MEDLOGS)
Ammunition Logistics System (AMMOLOGS)
Appendix A
PLANNING DATA
PLANNING DATA FOR RATIONS
RATION TYPE
CONTENT
VOL (ft 3) per
unit
WEIGHT (lbs)
per unit
MRE
12 meals/case
16.0
0.832
FBT
1200 FBTs/case
72.0
3.1
COLD WEATHER
6 meals/box
16.5
0.832
SUPPLEMENT
SUNDRIES
100 servings/box
41.0
1.69
A
3 servings/ration
6.54
0.223
B
3 servings/ration
3.83
0.123
(TRAY PACK)
36 meals/module
70.0
4.5
PLANNING DATA FOR DRUMMED FUEL
DIESEL
3
9.0
.8
ft
55 gal drum
5 gal can
GASOLINE
lbs
3
ft
432
9.0
46
.8
KEROSENE
lbs
3
ft
lbs
384
9.0
421
41
.8
45
HELICOPTER LIFT CAPACITY PLANNING GUIDANCE
HELICOPTER TYPE
LIFT CAPACITY (Lbs)*
CH-46
4,500
CH-53D
13,000
CH-53E
30,000
* Based on standard day conditions (15 °C, sea level, no wind or humidity)
and 1 hour and 45 minutes of fuel onboard.
CARGO NET CAPACITY PLANNING GUIDANCE
NET TYPE
CARGO VOLUME
ft3
lbs
A-22 bag
66
2,500
5,000 net
125
5,000
10,000 net
380
10,000
A-2
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PLANNING DATA FOR WATER
Personnel consumption (gallons per individual per day)
Planning factor of 47.5 lbs/1 ft 1 per expeditionary water can
CLIMATE
USE
Drinking 1
Heat Treatment
Hygiene 2
Food Preparation
Waste (10%)
1
2
HOT
3.0
.2
1.7
0.0-4.5
0.8-1.3
TEMPERATURE
1.5
.0
1.7
0.0-4.5
0.7-1.1
COLD
2.0
.0
1.7
0.0-4.5
0.7-1.2
Increase to 3.5 (hot) and 3.0 (temperate) for MOPP levels 3 and 4.
Personal hygiene (shaving, brushing teeth, washing hands, etc.).
DECONTAMINATION
Requirements depend on frequency, intensity, and location of attacks.
Decontamination planning factors per individual are:
7 gallons per individual
380 gallons per major end item
ESTIMATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS
Number of vehicles (equipment) X daily fuel usage rate X consumption rate = fuel
requirement
Appendix B
INTEGRATED MATERIAL MANAGERS
GENERAL
MANAGER
SUPPLY CLASS
CODE
ITEM MATERIAL CATEGORY
INVENTORY MANAGER,
MATERIAL READINESS COMMAND,
OR SERVICE ITEM CONTROL CENTER
II, VII
B
Ground Forces
Support Materiel
U.S. Army Troop Support Command,
St Louis, Missouri
II, IV
E
General Supplies
U.S. Army General Materiel &
Petroleum Activity
New Cumberland, Pennsylvania
II
F
Clothing, Textiles, and Nonmedical
Toiletries
U.S. Army Communications &
Electronics Command
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
II, VII
G
Communication and Electronic
Equipment
U.S. Army Communications &
Electronics Command
Fort Monmouth, New Jersey
II, VII
H
Aircraft and Aircraft Materiel
U.S. Army Aviation Systems
Command
St. Louis, Missouri
II, IV
J
Ground Forces Support Materiel
U.S. Army General Materiel &
Petroleum Activity
New Cumberland, Pennsylvania
II, VII
K
Combat, Tactical, Support
Vehicles & Components; Repair
Parts for Mobility
U.S. Army Tank-Automotive
Command
Warren, Michigan
II,VII, IX
L
Missiles and Missiles Materiel
U.S. Army Missile Logistics Center
Redstone Arsenal, Alabama
II, VII, IX
M
Ammunition, Weapons, Tracked
Combat Vehicle Weapons, Special
Weapons and Chemical & Fire
Control Materiel
U.S. Army Armament, Munitions, and
Chemical Command
Rock Island, Illinois
II, IX
Q
Electronic Materiel
U.S. Army General Materiel &
Petroleum Activity
Fort Monmouth, New Jersey
II, III
R
Bulk & Packaged Petroleum Fuels,
Packaged Petroleum Products,
Containers and Accessories, and
Certain Chemical and Solid Fuels
U.S. Army General Materiel &
Petroleum Activity
New Cumberland, Pennsylvania
II
T
Industrial Supplies
U.S. Army General Materiel &
Petroleum Activity
New Cumberland, Pennsylvania
VII, IX
U
COMSEC Materiel
U.S. Army Cecom Communications
Security Logistics Activity
Fort Huachuca, Arizona
VI
NA
Personal Demand, Comfort, and
Hygiene Items
Defense Personnel Support Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
X
NA
Nonmilitary Program Items
U.S. Army General Materiel &
Petroleum Activity
New Cumberland, Pennsylvania
Appendix C
GLOSSARY
Section I. Abbreviations and Acronyms
A/P ..................................advance party
AAV ................... assault amphibious vehicle
ACE ...................... aviation combat element
acft ........................................ aircraft
ADAL ............. authorized dental allowance list
ADP ..................... automatic data processing
AE ................................ assault echelon
AFOE ................... assault follow-on echelon
AGS .......................aviation ground support
AMAL .........................authorized medical
allowance list
AMC .............. Air Mobility Command(USAF)
AMMOLOGS ................ ammunition logistics
system
AOA ....................amphibious objective area
AOR ........................ area of responsibility
ARP ...................... aircraft recover package
ASP ......................ammunition supply point
ATF .........................amphibious task force
ATLASS ............... asset tracking for logistics
and supply system
AVCAL ..................... aviation consolidated
allowance list
BCP ...................... basic capability package
BMU .............................beachmaster unit
Bn ........................................ battalion
BSA ............................ beach support area
CAEMS .............. computer-aided embarkation
management system
CALM ............ computer assisted load manifest
CARF ........... combat active replacement figure
CHAPGRU ......... cargo handling and port group
CINC ..........................commander in chief
CMC ........... Commandant of the Marine Corps
CNM ..................... Chief of Naval Materiel
CNO ................... Chief of Naval Operations
CONUS ..................continental United States
COSAL .................. consolidated ship/station
allowance list
CRWR ...................... contingency retention
war reserves
CSP .................. contingency support package
CSS ....................... combat service support
CSSA .................combat service support area
CSSD ..................... combat service support
detachment
CSSE ...................... combat service support
element
CSSG ............... combat service support group
CTEP ........................ contingency training
allowance pool
CWR ............................ core war reserves
DCS I&L .................... Deputy Chief of Staff
Installation and Logistics
DLA ................... Defense Logistics Agency
DOA ........................ day(s) of ammunition
DOD ...................... Department of Defense
DOS .............................. day(s) of supply
DSSC ................. direct support stock control
DTS ............... Defense Transportation System
EAF ......................... expeditionary airfield
EAFP .............. expeditionary airfield package
EDL .........................equipment density list
ESB .......................... enroute support base
FARP .........................forward arming and
refueling point
FF ..................................... flight ferry
C-2
FCP ........................ full capability package
FCSSA ....................... force combat service
support area
FIE ..................................fly-in echelon
FISP ........................ fly-in support package
FLOT ................. forward line of own troops
FM ....................... U.S. Army field manual
FMF .......................... Fleet Marine Force
FMFM ................ Fleet Marine Force manual
FOE ............................ follow-on echelon
FOSP ................... follow-on support package
FSSG .................. force service support group
GCE ....................... ground combat element
GSA .............. General Services Administration
HLZ ....................... helicopter landing zone
HNS ........................... host nation support
HQMC ......... Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps
HQSVC .................. headquarters and service
company
HST ....................... helicopter support team
ICP ........................ inventory control point
IMA ............. intermediate maintenance activity
IMM .............. integrated materiel management
ISSA .............. inter-Service support agreement
JFC ........................ joint force commander
JOPES ....................Joint Operation Planning
............................. and Execution System
JUMPS/MMS ......... Joint Uniform Military Pay
System/Manpower
Management System
LAV ........................ light armored vehicle
LFADS ............. landing force asset distribution
system
LFSP .................. landing force support party
LPH ....................... amphibious assault ship
LHA ...................... amphibious assault ship
(general purpose)
LHD ...................... amphibious assault ship
(multipurpose)
LZ ...................................landing zone
LZSA ................... landing zone support area
M/B .................................... main body
MACG ...................Marine air control group
MAG ........................ Marine aircraft group
MCWP 4-6
MAGTF II/LOGAIS ............ Marine air-ground
task force II/Logistics
Automated Information
Systems
MAGTF ..............Marine air-ground task force
MAGTF II ................. Marine air-ground task
force War Planning System II
MALS .................... Marine aviation logistics
squadron
MALSP ................ Marine Aviation Logistics
Support Program
MARES ..................Marine Corps automated
readiness evaluation system
MAW ........................ Marine aircraft wing
MCLB .................Marine Corps logistics base
MCO ......................... Marine Corps Order
MCSS ................ Marine Corps supply system
MCSSD .................... mobile combat service
support detachment
MDL ...................... Marine air-ground task
force data library
MDSS II ................... Marine air-ground task
force Deployment
Support System II
MEDLOG ........................ medical logistics
MEF .................. Marine expeditionary force
MEF (Fwd) ....................... MEF (Forward)
MEU ................... Marine expeditionary unit
MILSTRIP ...................... military standard
requisitioning and
issue procedure
MIMMS ........... Marine Integrated Maintenance
Management System
MMC ................ materiel management center
MOA .................. memorandum of agreement
MOU .............. memorandum of understanding
MPE/S ......... maritime prepositioned equipment
and supplies
MPF ................ maritime prepositioning force
MPS ................. maritime prepositioning ships
MPSRON .................maritime prepositioning
ships squadron
MRE .......................... meals, ready-to-eat
MSC ................... Military Sealift Command
MSR ........................... main supply route
MSSG .................. Marine expeditionary unit
service support group
MUMMS .................... Marine Corps unified
material management
system
MAGTF Supply Operations
MWR ........................morale, welfare, and
recreation
MWSG ................ Marine wing support group
MWSS ............. Marine wing support squadron
NALCOMIS ..............Naval Aviation Logistics
Command Management
Information System
NALM .................. Norway airlanded Marine
expeditionary brigade
NATO ....................... North Atlantic Treaty
Organization
NAVAIR .................. Naval Aviation System
Command
NAVSUPSYSCOM .................. Navy Supply
Systems Command
NCF ...................... naval construction force
NCR .................. naval construction regiment
NSN ........................ national stock number
OMA .................. organizational maintenance
activity
OMFTS ..................... operational maneuver
from the sea
OPLAN ............................ operation plan
OPORD ........................... operation order
OPP ..................... off-load preparation party
ORF .................... operational readiness float
PEI ............................. principal end item
POD ........................... port of debarkation
POE ...........................port of embarkation
POL ................ petroleum, oils, and lubricants
POS ......................primary operating stocks
RIP .......................... repairable issue point
RRP ................ repair and replenishment point
SAC ....................... special accounting code
SASSY ....................... Supported Activities
Supply System
SCP ....................... salvage collection point
SHORCAL ..................... shore consolidated
allowance list
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SIA .................... station of initial assignment
SLRP .......................... survey, liaison and
reconnaissance party
SMCR ............. Selected Marine Corps Reserve
SMU ................. Supported Activities Supply
System Management Unit
SOP ................. standing operating procedure
SPCC ...................ship's parts control center
SPP ............................ site/point package
SSN ........................ social security number
sqdn ..................................... squadron
SRIG ................ surveillance, reconnaissance,
intelligence group
SUADPS ............ shipboard uniform automated
data processing systemreal time
SupBn .............................supply battalion
TAACOM ............ theater Army area command
TACLOG .................. tactical-logistical group
TAHQ .................. theater Army headquarters
TAM .................. table of authorized material
TAMMC ................... theater Army materiel
management center
TAVB ............... aviation logistics support ship
TC AIMS ........... Transportation Coordinator's
Automated Information
for Movement System
T/E ............................. table of equipment
TFE ........................ tactical field exchange
T/O .......................... table of organization
TPFDD ..................... time-phased force and
deployment data
trng .......................................training
TSA .................. training squadron allowance
USTRANSCOM ..................... United States
Transportation
Command
WRM ........................ war reserve materiel
WRMR ....................... war reserve materiel
requirement
WRS-A ............... war reserve stocks for allies
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MCWP 4-6
Section II. Definitions
A
returned to a storage or industrial activity for
repair.
accompanying supplies - Unit supplies that deploy with forces. (Joint Pub 1-02) That materiel, including consumables, that moves with and supports
the deploying MAGTF. Marine Corps doctrine requires that MAGTFs deploy with up to 60 days of
supplies.
Consumable supplies are either consumed in use or
lose their identity in the process of work or
performance of service. They include such items as
office supplies, petroleum, oil, and lubricant products, and lumber.
allowance items - The quantity of items of supply
or equipment prescribed by Marine Corps tables of
equipment or other authorized allowance publications. (FMFRP 0-14)
assault echelon - The element of a force that is
scheduled for initial assault on the objective area.
(Joint Pub 1-02)
assault follow-on echelon - In amphibious operations, that echelon of the assault troops, vehicles,
aircraft equipment, and supplies which, though not
needed to initiate the assault, is required to support
and sustain the assault. In order to accomplish its
purpose, it is normally required in the objective area
no later than five days after commencement of the
assault landing. (Joint Pub 1-02)
B
beachmaster unit - The naval element of the landing force shore party which facilitates the landing
and movement over the beaches of troops, equipment, and supplies and to facilitate the evacuation of
casualties and prisoners of war. (FMFRP 0-14)
C
consumable supplies - Those articles which, after
issue, are chemically or physically altered with use
to the extent that they cannot be economically reused
for their original purposes. They are not normally
D
day(s) of ammunition - Unit of measurement of
replenishing ammunition expressed as a specified
number of rounds, or items of bulk ammunition as
may be appropriate per weapon, unit, individual kit,
set, or using device required for one day of combat.
(FMFRP 0-14)
demand(s) - An indication of a requirement (requisition, request, issue, etc.) for issue of serviceable
materiel. Demands are categorized as either recurring or nonrecurring.
E
expendable supplies and material - Supplies
which are consumed in use, such as ammunition,
paint, fuel, cleaning and preserving materials, surgical dressings, drugs, medicines, etc., or which lose
their identity, such as spare parts, etc. (Joint Pub
1-02)
F
fly-in echelon - Airlifted forces and equipment of
the MAGTF and Navy support element plus aircraft
and personnel arriving in the flight ferry of the aviation combat element. (FMFRP 0-14)
force sustainment - Capabilities, equipment, and
operations which ensure continuity, freedom of
MAGTF Supply Operations
action, logistics support, and command and control.
(FMFRP 0-14)
H
helicopterborne operation - A military action in
which combat forces and their equipment maneuver
about the battlefield by helicopters or vertical-landed
aircraft. Aviation activities are under the control of
the aviation combat element commander who is assigned in direct or general support of one or more
combat element(s). (FMFRP 0-14)
host-nation support - Civil and/or military assistance rendered by a nation to foreign forces within
its territory during peacetime, crises or emergencies,
or war based on agreements mutually concluded between nations. (Joint Pub 1-02)
I
integrated material management - The exercise
of total Department of Defense (DOD) management
responsibility for a Federal supply group/class commodity of item by a single agency. It usually includes computation of requirement, funding,
budgeting, storing, issuing, cataloging, standardizing, and procuring functions. (Joint Pub 1-02)
integrated material manager - Any activity/
agency designated to exercise integrated material
management for a Federal supply group/class commodity or item on a DOD or Federal Government
level. (User Manual 4400.71)
J
joint operation - An operation carried on by a force
which is composed of significant elements of the
Army, Navy or the Marine Corps, and the Air
Force, or two or more of these Services operating
under a single commander authorized to exercise
unified command or operational control over joint
forces. Note: A Navy/Marine Corps operation is
not a joint operation. (FMFRP 0-14)
M
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maritime prepositioning force - A task
organization of units under one commander formed
for the purpose of introducing a MAGTF and its
associated
equipment and supplies into a secure area. The
maritime prepositioning force is composed of a command element, a maritime prepositioning ships
squadron, a MAGTF, and a Navy support element.
(FMFRP 0-14)
N
Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information System - An aviation maintenance management system utilized to document
organizational/intermediate level aviation maintenance.
O
operating level of supply - The quantities of materiel required to sustain operations in the interval
between requisitions or the arrival of successive
shipments. These quantities should be based on the
established replenishment period (monthly, quarterly, etc.). (Joint Pub 1-02)
P
plan for landing supplies - A plan peculiar to amphibious operations. It prescribes the levels to be
landed at prescribed times and sets forth the means
by which the transfer from ship to shore is accomplished. It includes instructions concerning supplies
to be landed with assault troops, prescribed loads,
mobile loads for vehicles, floating dumps, supply by
helicopter or other aircraft, selective and general unloading, and dump levels to be achieved during various phases. (FMFRP 0-14)
port of embarkation - The geographic point in a
routing scheme from which cargo or personnel depart. May be a seaport or aerial port from which
personnel and equipment flow to port of debarkation. For unit and nonunit requirements, it may or
may not coincide with the origin. Also called POE.
(Joint Pub 1-02)
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MCWP 4-6
principal end item - A final combination of major
end products, component parts, and/or materials
which are ready for their intended use (e.g., truck,
aircraft, tank, etc.).
R
reorder point - That point at which time a stock replenishment requisition would be submitted to maintain the predetermined or calculated stockage
objective. (Joint Pub 1-02)
repairable item - A nonconsumable item of supply
normally repaired and for which condemnation
authority can be exercised below the depot level of
maintenance.
S
safety level - The quantity of materiel which is required to be on hand to permit continued operations
in the event of minor interruption of normal replenishment or unpredictable fluctuation in demand.
secondary items - Items, consumable and nonconsumable, other than principal end items.
secondary reparable - A reparable item other than
the primary unit/end item. They are not functional
by themselves, but are components of other items.
Shipboard Uniform Automated Data Processing System-Real Time - An inventory and financial management system utilized by Marine aviation
supply.
stockage objective - The maximum quantities of
materiel to be maintained on hand to sustain current
operations. It will consist of the sum of stocks represented by the operating level and the safety level.
(Joint Pub 1-02)
supplies - In logistics, all materiel and items used
in the equipment, support, and maintenance of military forces. (Joint Pub 1-02)
supply - The procurement, distribution, maintenance while in storage, and salvage of supplies, in-
cluding the determination of kind and quantity of
supplies. (Joint Pub 1-02)
supply control - The process by which an item of
supply is controlled within the supply system, including requisitioning, receipt, storage, stock control, shipment, disposition, identification, and
accounting. (Joint Pub 1-02)
supported commander - The commander having
primary responsibility for all aspects of a task assigned by the Joint Strategic Capabilities Plan or
other joint operation planning authority. (extract
from Joint Pub 1-02)
supporting commander - A commander who provides augmentation forces or other support to a
supported commander or who develops a supporting
plan. Includes the designated combatant commands
and Defense agencies as appropriate. (Joint Pub
1-02)
sustainment - The provision of personnel, logistic, and other support required to maintain and prolong operations or combat until successful
accomplishment or revision of the mission or of the
national objective. (Joint Pub 1-02)
T
tac-log group - Representatives designated by troop
commanders to assist Navy control officers aboard
control ships in the ship-to-shore movement of
troops, equipment, and supplies. (Joint Pub 1-02)
theater - The geographical area outside the continental United States for which a commander of a
combatant command has been assigned responsibility. (Joint Pub 1-02)
throughput - The average quantity of cargo and
passengers that can pass through a port on a daily
basis from arrival at the port to loading onto a ship
or plane, or from the discharge from a ship or plane
to the exit (clearance) from the port complex.
Throughput is usually expressed in measurement
tons, short tons, or passengers. Reception and storage limitation may affect final throughput. (Joint
Pub 1-02) In logistics, the flow of sustainability assets in support of military operations, at all levels of
MAGTF Supply Operations
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war, from point of origin to point of use. It involves the movement of personnel and materiel over
lines of communications using established pipelines
and distribution systems. (FMFRP 0-14)
throughput system - The logistic infrastructure
that links; a. production logistics to consumer logistics, and b. the sources of operating forces' military
capability to the sustainability of those forces. It is
associated distribution systems (ports, bases, and
airfields), civilian agencies, and supporting forces
and service troops which operate those facilities and
installations. (FMFRP 0-14)
time-phased force and deployment data - The
Joint Operation Planning and Execution System
data base portion of an operation plan; it contains
time-phased force data, non-unit-related cargo and
personnel data, and movement data for the operation
plan, including:
a. In-place units.
b. Units to be deployed to support the operation plan
with a priority indicating the desired sequence for
their arrival at the port of debarkation.
c. Routing of forces to be deployed.
d. Movement data associated with deploying forces.
e. Estimates of non-unit-related cargo and personnel
by movements to be conducted concurrently with the
deployment of forces.
f. Estimate of transportation requirements that must
be fulfilled by common-user lift resources, as well
as those requirements that can be fulfilled by assigned or attached transportation resources. Also
called TPFDD. (Joint Pub 1-02)
training squadron allowance - Training squadron
allowances are additive to the allowances of a MAG
and are to be distinctly identified as such in allowance documents provided to MAGs. TSAs are built
to support a 30-day endurance period at peacetime
flying hours. Also called TSA.